4 Cheese Mexican Tortilla Appetizers
Get ready to impress your taste buds with these irresistible 4 Cheese Mexican Tortilla Appetizers, a perfect fusion of gooey melted cheeses and bold spices! Featuring a delectable quartet of cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, and crumbly cotija, these golden, oven-baked tortilla bites are bursting with creamy richness in every bite. Enhanced with a zesty kick from fresh cilantro and optional jalapeños, and brushed with a savory blend of butter, paprika, and garlic powder, these appetizers are as flavorful as they are easy to make. Perfect for parties, game days, or even an indulgent snack, serve these cheesy delights with salsa and sour cream for a crowd-pleasing dish that will keep everyone coming back for more. Ready in just 22 minutes, these Mexican-inspired tortilla triangles are a surefire hit for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Flour tortillas
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Crumbled cotija cheese
- 3 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- Salsa, for serving
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface.
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, paprika, and garlic powder.
Brush one side of each tortilla lightly with the flavored butter mixture.
Sprinkle an even layer of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella cheeses onto the unbuttered side of each tortilla, leaving about 1/2-inch around the edges.
Top the cheeses with a sprinkle of crumbled cotija cheese and a light scattering of chopped cilantro and optional jalapeños for some heat.
Fold each tortilla in half to make semi-circle shapes, pressing firmly to seal the edges.
Place the folded tortillas onto the prepared baking sheet and lightly brush the tops with any remaining butter mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tortillas are lightly golden and the cheese has melted inside.
Remove from the oven and let the tortillas cool for 1-2 minutes before slicing each into 3 triangles.
Serve warm with salsa and sour cream on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2564 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.3 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.5 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 5573 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 134.7 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 3690 mg | 284% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
