Here’s a fun, crowd-pleasing recipe for Iowa Party Bites — bite-sized snacks inspired by classic Midwestern flavors 🧀🌽🥓
Iowa Party Bites
Ingredients (Makes ~24 bites)
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1 lb cooked breakfast sausage or ground beef
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)
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½ cup chopped green onions
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1 egg, beaten
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1 cup biscuit mix or puff pastry pieces
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Optional: 2–3 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Filling
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In a bowl, combine cooked sausage, cheddar cheese, corn, green onions, bacon (if using), and beaten egg.
3. Form Bites
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If using biscuit dough: separate into small rounds and press a small indentation in the center.
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Fill each with 1–2 tsp of sausage mixture. Fold edges over slightly or leave open-faced.
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If using puff pastry: cut into squares, top with filling, and fold or pinch corners to seal.
4. Bake
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Bake 12–15 minutes until pastry or biscuits are golden and cheese is melted.
5. Serve
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Let cool slightly and serve warm.
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Optional: drizzle with honey mustard, ranch, or a simple aioli.
Tips & Variations
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Spicy: Add ½ tsp chili powder or cayenne to the filling.
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Vegetarian: Swap sausage for sautéed mushrooms or black beans.
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Mini Skewers: Place bite-sized meatballs on toothpicks with cheese and corn for a no-bake version.
These are perfect for game day, parties, or casual get-togethers — easy to grab and full of Midwest comfort flavors.
I can also make a 10-minute air fryer version for ultra-fast party bites if you want.