Description
These Spicy Mexican Corn Bites are a delightful twist on traditional corn muffins. Packed with flavor from jalapeños, cotija cheese, and a blend of spices, these mini bites are perfect for parties or as a tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the corn, cotija cheese, mayonnaise, egg, cheddar cheese, cilantro, green onions, jalapeño, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Add breadcrumbs: Stir in the panko breadcrumbs and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the mixture into the mini muffin cups, pressing down gently to compact.
- Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and set. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with lime or hot sauce!
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
- These bites can be made ahead and reheated in the oven.
- Swap cotija for feta if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
