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Antojitos

Delicious Antojitos: Easy Street Food You Can Make at Home

Antojitos are crispy, creamy-filled snacks bursting with flavor, perfect for gatherings or a quick snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 10 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne to taste
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon basil pesto mixed into sour cream

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer

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 mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced green chilies, cheddar cheese, red onion, bell pepper, sour cream, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Blend until smooth.
  3. Spread an even layer of the creamy filling over each tortilla, roll tightly, and slice into five pieces at a 45-degree angle.
  4. Bake the rolled antojitos for 8 minutes, then broil for 5 minutes until crispy and golden.
  5. Serve on a platter with dipping sauce made from sour cream and basil pesto.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with fillings and make them your own. Ensure cream cheese is softened for easy mixing.

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