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Antojitos

Irresistible Cheesy Antojitos You'll Crave Again and Again

These cheesy antojitos are a delightful Mexican street food, perfect for any gathering and sure to satisfy your cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 4 pieces Flour Tortillas 10-inch tortillas are ideal for rolling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 can Diced Green Chilies or fresh jalapeños for extra heat
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese can mix with Monterey Jack
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion diced
  • 1 each Bell Pepper any color
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne to taste
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Serrated knife
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, diced green chilies, cheddar cheese, red onion, bell pepper, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Blend until smooth.
  3. Spread the filling evenly on each tortilla, then roll tightly from one end.
  4. Slice each rolled tortilla diagonally at a 45-degree angle into five pieces.
  5. Place the sliced antojitos on the baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes, then broil on high for 5 minutes.
  6. Serve warm with basil pesto for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses and enjoy these delightful bites with your favorite dips.

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