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Iowa Party Bites

Iowa Party Bites: Crispy Cheesy Goodness for Any Gathering

Discover Iowa Party Bites, crispy and cheesy appetizers filled with smoky bacon for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 2 cups Frozen Hashbrowns Thawed and chopped
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Or favorite cheese variety
  • 1 cup Cooked and Crumbled Bacon Or turkey bacon for a lighter option
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Use fresh onions for stronger taste
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a good substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Fresh parsley for added freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Avocado can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowls
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Thaw the frozen hashbrowns for about 10 minutes, then chop into smaller pieces.
  3. Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, then crumble.
  4. In a large bowl, combine thawed hashbrowns, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  6. Fold the creamy mixture into the hashbrown mixture until evenly distributed.
  7. Shape the mixture into small, bite-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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