Smoky Chipotle Lime Iowa Party Bites 1767820575.5001721
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Smoky Chipotle Lime Iowa Party Bites

Smoky Chipotle Lime Iowa Party Bites 1767820575.5001721

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Smoky Chipotle Lime Iowa Party Bites 1767820575.5001721

recipe iowa party bites

  • Author: Sarah Williams
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bites 1x
  • Diet: General
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Description

These Smoky Chipotle Lime Iowa Party Bites are a crowd-pleasing appetizer featuring savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and a zesty chipotle-lime glaze. They’re perfect for parties, game day, or a flavorful snack!

Ingredients

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  • 500g (1 lb) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • 225g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 150g (1 cup) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 100g (1 cup) buttery crackers, crushed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp (5g) garlic powder
  • 1 tsp (5g) onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp (2g) black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp (2g) salt
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) lime juice, fresh
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) honey
  • 1 tbsp (14g) butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp (8g) cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp (2g) lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a mini-muffin tin.
  2. Combine Base: Mix ground beef, cream cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add Cheese & Texture: Fold in cheddar cheese and half of the crushed crackers.
  4. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon mixture into muffin tin, filling ¾ full.
  5. Make Glaze: Whisk together chipotle peppers, lime juice, honey, and butter.
  6. First Glaze: Brush bites with half of the glaze.
  7. Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, until golden brown.
  8. Second Glaze: Brush with remaining glaze after baking.
  9. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle with remaining crackers, cilantro, and lime zest.

Notes

For a smoother texture, ensure cream cheese is fully softened. Adjust chipotle pepper amount to control spice level.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg

Keywords: appetizer,party,beef,chipotle,lime,easy,snack,game day,midwest

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