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Iowa Party Bites

Cheesy, savory mini beef-and-corn bites that are golden, hearty, and perfect for parties or game days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 24 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Midwest
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Mixture
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup whole kernel corn drained if canned
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 eggs large
  • 0.33 cup milk
  • 1.5 cups biscuit baking mix like Bisquick
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Mini muffin pan
  • Skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.
  2. Brown ground beef in a skillet; drain excess fat.
  3. Add corn, onions, and seasonings. Cook for 2–3 minutes, then cool.
  4. Whisk eggs and milk in a bowl; add biscuit mix to form batter.
  5. Stir in the beef mixture and shredded cheese until combined.
  6. Spoon mixture into mini muffin cups, filling nearly full.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and firm. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Perfect for parties and can be made ahead and reheated in the oven or air fryer.