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Iowa Party Bites

Iowa Party Bites: Crispy Cheesy Perfection for Any Occasion

Iowa Party Bites are crispy, cheesy snacks with smoky bacon perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 cups Hashbrowns Well-drained and patted dry
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 cup Bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Or use yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Ranch Dressing Classic accompaniment
  • to taste Hot Sauce For spice lovers

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is uniformly thick.
  2. Use your hands to form the mixture into bite-sized balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter. Place each ball onto a lined baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Once preheated, bake the Iowa Party Bites for approximately 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and check for doneness with a toothpick. If needed, return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Let the Iowa Party Bites cool for a couple of minutes before serving with ranch dressing or hot sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, ensure hashbrowns are well-drained and patted dry. These bites can be made ahead and stored in the fridge before baking.

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