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Iowa Party Bites

Iowa Party Bites: Simple, Cheesy Appetizers for Any Gathering

Iowa Party Bites are simple, cheesy appetizers that are a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Ensure it's softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Swap for pepper jack if craving spice
  • 1 Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Drain well to prevent moisture issues
  • 1 can Green Chiles Choose between mild or medium
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances flavor depth
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
Chips
  • 10 oz Tortilla Chips Scoop-shaped chips work best
Topping
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated for sprinkling

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare baking sheets by greasing them or lining with parchment paper.
  3. Mix the filling in a large bowl with cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, sweet corn, green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  4. Fill each chip with about 1 tablespoon of the mixture.
  5. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the tops of the filled chips.
  6. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
  7. Serve warm with friends and family.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or green onions for added color and flavor.

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