Description
Crispy iowa party bites blend midwestern comfort with zesty flavors that dance across your palate. Cheese-packed morsels deliver irresistible crunch and bold taste sensations you cannot resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can sweet corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounces / 283 grams) bag Tostitos Scoops tortilla chips
- 1 (8 ounces / 227 grams) block cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces (227 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1 (4 ounces / 113 grams) can green chiles (mild or medium)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 425F and creating a non-stick surface using either light grease or parchment paper on baking sheets.
- Strategically position Tostitos Scoops tortilla chips across the prepared baking sheets, ensuring the cup side faces upward for filling.
- Create a harmonious filling mixture by thoroughly blending softened cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, sweet corn, green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a spacious mixing bowl until ingredients are completely integrated.
- Generously distribute the prepared mixture into each tortilla chip cup, using approximately one tablespoon per chip to ensure consistent flavor and texture.
- Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese across the top of the filled chips, creating a delectable topping.
- Transfer the loaded baking sheets into the preheated oven and bake for 13-15 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden and the cheese begins to bubble and melt.
- After removing from the oven, allow the Iowa Party Bites to cool momentarily, then serve while warm to maximize taste and enjoyment.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by adding jalapeños or hot sauce for spice lovers who want an extra kick.
- Swap cream cheese with Greek yogurt or vegan alternatives to make the recipe lighter or dairy-free.
- Use corn tortilla chips for a gluten-free option, ensuring everyone can enjoy these delicious party bites.
- Prepare filling ahead of time and refrigerate to streamline party prep and reduce last-minute cooking stress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 241 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 392 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg