Iowa Party Bites – The Ultimate Midwest Appetizer
There’s something truly special about Midwest hospitality—warm conversations, hearty laughter, and, of course, amazing food. At the heart of any great Iowa gathering, you’ll likely find a platter of Iowa Party Bites, a bite-sized appetizer that’s packed with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 10 oz bag Tostitos Scoops tortilla chips
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese softened
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 15 oz can sweet corn drained
- 1 4 oz can green chiles mild or medium
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare baking sheets by lightly greasing them or lining with parchment paper. Arrange the tortilla chips on the sheets, cup side up.
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, corn, green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Fill each chip with about 1 tablespoon of the mixture.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the tops of the filled chips.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the tops are golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on ingredient brands and portion sizes.
- Calories: 150 Total Fat: 10g Saturated Fat: 5g Cholesterol: 25mg Sodium: 400mg Total Carbohydrates: 10g Dietary Fiber: 0g Sugars: 2g Protein: 5g