Go Back
+ servings
Antojitos

Irresistible Antojitos: Cheesy Bites Ready in 30 Minutes!

These Antojitos are quick cheesy bites bursting with flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 can Diced Green Chilies or fresh jalapeños
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper chopped, any color
  • 3 tbsp Sour Cream limited to mixture
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder optional
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne to taste
For the Tortillas
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas or corn for gluten-free

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Antojitos
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced green chilies, cheddar cheese, red onion, bell pepper, sour cream, and spices. Mix until smooth.
  3. Lay out a flour tortilla on a clean surface, spread the cheesy filling across, and roll tightly.
  4. Cut the rolled tortillas at a 45-degree angle into five equal pieces and arrange cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for about 8 minutes until outer tortillas crisp up.
  6. Switch to high broil and broil for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Cool slightly before serving with a side of basil pesto sour cream dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Antojitos are best fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 2 months.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!