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Iowa Party Bites Recipe

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Iowa Party Bites are savory, bite-sized pockets filled with seasoned ground beef and creamy ranch-flavored filling, all wrapped in buttery crescent roll dough. These easy-to-make appetizers are perfect for gatherings, combining a crispy golden crust with a rich, flavorful filling that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Dough and Topping

  • 1 package crescent roll dough (8-count)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat to avoid greasiness in the filling.
  3. Prepare Filling: Stir in the softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, salt, and pepper into the cooked beef. Continue cooking and stirring for another 2–3 minutes until the cream cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Assemble Bites: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Place a spoonful of the beef and cream cheese mixture in the center of each triangle. Fold the dough over the filling, pinching the edges to form a secure bite-sized pocket.
  5. Prepare for Baking: Arrange the stuffed crescent rolls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them. Brush the tops generously with the melted butter to help them brown beautifully while baking.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the crescent rolls are golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy these flavorful party bites as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the beef mixture.
  • Cream cheese should be softened to ensure easy mixing and smooth filling consistency.
  • Make sure to seal the crescent dough edges well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • These bites can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a couple extra minutes to the baking time if taken straight from the fridge.
  • Serve with ranch dressing, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce for extra flavor.

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