Spicy Mexican Corn Bites
Spicy Mexican Corn Bites Recipe with crispy outside, creamy cheesy inside, and bold seasoning.
Ingredients
- 2 cups corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg
- Oil for frying or baking
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 jalapeño finely chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine corn, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
- Add chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape mixture into small bite-sized balls.
- For frying, heat oil in a skillet and cook bites for 3–4 minutes until golden.
- For baking, place bites on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.
- Remove and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Drain corn well to prevent excess moisture.
Chill mixture if too soft to shape.
Adjust spice level to preference.
Chill mixture if too soft to shape.
Adjust spice level to preference.