Baked Cream Cheese Antojitos with Basil Pesto Sour Cream Recipe
These Antojitos are delicious, cheesy tortilla rolls filled with a smooth, flavorful mixture of cream cheese, cheddar, diced veggies, and spices. Baked and broiled to perfection, they make a perfect savory snack or appetizer served with basil pesto sour cream for a tangy, fresh dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 20 pieces (approximately 5 pieces from each of the 4 tortillas) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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Filling Ingredients
- 4 Flour Tortillas (10″)
- 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened)
- 4 oz Diced Green Chilies (canned)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup Red Onion (finely diced)
- ½ cup Bell Pepper (finely diced)
- 3 Tablespoons Sour Cream
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
Dip Ingredients
- ½ cup Sour Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Basil Pesto
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Make Filling Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, diced green chilies, shredded cheddar, finely diced red onion and bell pepper, three tablespoons of sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to blend everything together until a smooth, creamy filling forms.
- Assemble the Antojitos Rolls: Divide the filling equally into four portions. Spread each portion evenly in a thin layer over each tortilla, covering it completely. Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla up tightly. Using a serrated knife, cut each rolled tortilla at a 45-degree angle into five pieces, discarding the ends. Place the cut antojitos pieces on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake and Broil: Bake the antojitos on the baking sheet in the preheated oven at 350ºF for 8 minutes. Once baked, switch your oven to high broil setting and broil the antojitos for an additional 5 minutes. Keep a close watch during broiling to prevent burning, as they should develop a nicely browned, slightly crispy surface.
- Prepare the Basil Pesto Sour Cream Dip and Serve: While the antojitos cool slightly on the baking sheet, prepare the dipping sauce by mixing ½ cup sour cream with 2 tablespoons basil pesto in a small bowl. Serve the warm antojitos alongside this flavorful dip for a delicious snack or appetizer experience.
Notes
- Discard the ends when cutting the rolled tortillas to have neat, bite-sized pieces.
- Watch closely while broiling to avoid burning the antojitos as broil times can vary between ovens.
- For a spicier version, add more cayenne pepper or use a hotter variety of green chilies.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or a Mexican cheese blend for variation.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor; leftover antojitos can be reheated but may lose crispness.
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