Iowa Party Bites Recipe

🧀 Iowa Party Bites Recipe

Ingredients

 (makes ~24 bites)

• 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), drained
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)  

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 °F (220 °C). Line baking sheets with parchment or lightly grease.  
2. Arrange the tortilla scoops cup-side up on sheets, close together but not overlapping.  
3. Mix in a bowl: cream cheese, mozzarella, egg, corn, green chiles, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.  
4. Spoon ~1 tablespoon of mixture into each chip.
5. Sprinkle tops with grated Parmesan (and extra mozzarella, if desired).  
6. Bake 13–15 minutes, until cheese bubbles and the tops are golden.  
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

🍳 Tips & Variations

• Let cream cheese soften for 20–30 minutes to avoid lumps  .
• Drain corn and chiles thoroughly to keep bites crispy  .
• Broil 1 minute at end for extra crisp tops, but watch closely to avoid burning  .
• Customize: Add jalapeños, bacon bits, or use pepper jack cheese for spice  .
• Make ahead: Prep filling ahead, refrigerate; fill and bake just before serving  .
• Reheat leftovers in a 350 °F oven to preserve crispness—avoid microwaving ().

💡 Est. Nutrition Per Bite

• ~120 kcal, 8 g fat — good snack size!  

These mini scoops strike the perfect balance of creamy cheese, sweet corn, and a hint of spice, all nestled in a satisfying crunchy shell. Every bite is crowd-tested and loved! Want help adjusting for dietary preferences or scaling up? Just say the word.