Iowa Party Bites Recipe
Iowa Party Bites are crispy, cheesy, and perfectly savory finger foods that combine the heartiness of Midwestern flavors with a bite-sized twist. These little morsels feature sweet corn, diced ham, and cheddar all wrapped up in golden pastry—making them the ultimate appetizer for any gathering or game day.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl For combining filling
- 1 Baking Tray For baking the bites
- 1 Pastry Brush Optional, for egg wash
- 1 Knife To cut pastry and fillings
- Oven — preheated to 375°F (190°C)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked sweet corn Fresh, canned, or thawed from frozen
- 1/2 cup Cooked ham Finely diced
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar Sharp cheddar preferred
- 2 tbsp Green onion Chopped
- 1 tsp Garlic powder Optional for extra flavor
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper Adjust to taste
- 1 pack Crescent roll dough Or puff pastry thawed
- 1 Egg Beaten for egg wash (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sweet corn, diced ham, shredded cheddar, green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Roll out the crescent dough or puff pastry and cut into squares or triangles, depending on your preferred shape.
- Place a spoonful of the filling onto each dough square, then fold or roll to seal the bite.
- If desired, brush each bite with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with fillings; try cooked bacon, jalapeños, or different cheeses.
- These bites can be assembled ahead of time and baked fresh for your event.
- Serve with ranch, spicy mayo, or honey mustard for dipping fun!
