Description

Are you ready to discover the delightful flavors of Iowa Party Bites? These cheesy, crunchy appetizers bring a comforting Midwestern twist to any gathering. Made with creamy cheeses, sweet corn, and mild green chiles, they deliver the perfect balance of flavor and texture in every bite.

Ideal for game days, potlucks, family get-togethers, or festive celebrations, Iowa Party Bites are easy to prepare and guaranteed to disappear fast. They’re warm, satisfying, and designed to keep guests coming back for seconds—and thirds!

Ingredients

Scale

1 (10-ounce) bag Tostitos Scoops tortilla chips
1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened
12 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided
1 large egg
1 (15-ounce) can sweet corn, drained
1 (4-ounce) can green chiles, drained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, half of the mozzarella cheese, and the egg until smooth.
Fold in sweet corn and green chiles.
Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Arrange tortilla chips on a baking sheet. Spoon the mixture generously into each chip.
Top with remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
Remove from oven and serve warm.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Add cooked bacon or diced jalapeños for extra flavor if desired.
These bites pair wonderfully with creamy dips.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American (Midwestern)

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 party bites
Calories: 180 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 320 mg
Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 6 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg

Keywords: Iowa party bites, cheesy party appetizers, baked tortilla chip snacks, Midwestern appetizers, game day bites