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Iowa Party Bites

Irresistible Iowa Party Bites That Will Wow Your Guests

These Iowa Party Bites are quick to prepare, crowd-pleasing appetizers filled with savory sausage and creamy cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 lb Ground Sausage choose mild or spicy
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Bisquick or Baking Mix substitute with gluten-free mix if needed
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions or minced onion
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika can use regular paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Optional Spice Kick
  • 1/4 cup Diced Jalapeños for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw ground sausage and softened cream cheese.
  3. Fold in the freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Gradually fold in the Bisquick or baking mix until a cohesive dough forms.
  5. Using your hands, portion the dough into 1 to 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These bites pair well with dipping sauces such as ranch or honey mustard. They can also be made ahead of time and frozen for convenience.

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