Description
Crunchy, creamy jalapeño cream cheese wontons that are perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 2 jalapeños, finely chopped (seeded for mild)
- 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Wonton wrappers
- Oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with jalapeños, cheddar, green onion, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Chill the mixture for 10–15 minutes.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling onto the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges with water, fold into a triangle or purse, and press to seal.
- Fry in oil heated to 350°F (175°C) for 1–2 minutes per side until golden, or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Notes
Serve warm with dipping sauces like ranch or sweet chili sauce. Keep the filling chilled for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wontons
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg