Description
Spicy iowa fiesta bites blend midwest charm with mexican zest, creating a mouthwatering fusion of regional flavors. Crispy corn tortillas cradle creamy cheese and zesty salsa, promising a delightful culinary adventure you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Dairy Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 8 ounces (226 grams) block of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (100 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
Vegetable and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1 15 ounces (425 grams) can of sweet corn, drained
- 1 4 ounces (113 grams) can of mild or medium green chiles
Seasoning and Base Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 10 ounces (283 grams) bag of Tostitos Scoops tortilla chips
Instructions
- Warm the kitchen oven to a crisp 425F (220C), creating the ideal environment for transforming tortilla chips into delectable appetizers.
- Prepare baking surfaces by lightly coating with cooking spray or laying down parchment paper, then strategically arrange tortilla chips with their cup sides facing upward to cradle the upcoming flavor-packed filling.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, blend cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, sweet corn kernels, green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until the ingredients form a harmonious, creamy mixture.
- Carefully dollop approximately one tablespoon of the vibrant cheese and corn blend into each tortilla chip, ensuring an even distribution of flavor across the appetizer landscape.
- Generously shower the filled chips with grated Parmesan cheese, creating a potential crispy, golden crown that will develop during the baking process.
- Slide the prepared baking sheets into the preheated oven, allowing the bites to transform for 13-15 minutes until the tops radiate a golden hue and the cheese bubbles with appetizing enthusiasm.
- Remove from the oven and permit the fiesta bites to cool momentarily, allowing the intense flavors to settle before serving these warm, irresistible morsels to eager guests.
Notes
- Prep in Minutes: Whip up these mouthwatering Iowa Fiesta Bites in just 30 minutes, perfect for spontaneous gatherings or quick snack cravings.
- Chip Base Magic: Tortilla chips transform into crispy, edible cups that cradle a creamy, zesty filling for an irresistible appetizer.
- Cheese Lover’s Dream: Combining mozzarella, cream cheese, and Parmesan creates a triple-cheese explosion that melts into pure deliciousness.
- Flavor Fiesta: Green chiles and garlic powder add a Southwest kick, making these bites a flavor-packed party in your mouth.
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare the cheese mixture in advance and assemble just before baking for stress-free entertaining.
- Versatile Crowd-Pleaser: Great for game days, potlucks, or as a fun twist on traditional nachos that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg