These Jalapeno Popper Wontons are fried wontons that are stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeƱos in this tasty appetizer.
We have made it to the last recipe of 2013. To be honest, I thought I was done after the 24 Days of Christmas, but I couldn’t resist throwing in one more appetizer that I thought would be perfect for your New Year’s Eve celebrations. (Or this would also make the perfect football snack!!)
I have been eyeing this recipe over at Cassie Craves for over a year now. A craving for something spicy the other day was all the motivation I needed to make up a batch of these babies!! If you love jalapeƱo poppers, you will surely love this version. Chopped jalapeƱos are combined with cream cheese and cheddar cheese, then sealed inside a wonton wrapper and then fried. Yep, you’ll want to get out the oil for these. I’m sure you could probably bake these (I haven’t tried), but I say go big or go home. You’re not going to make these as an everyday snack, so you might as well go all the way when you do decide to make them, right?? š Don’t skip the sprinkle of salt after these are fried. The salt takes these from really good to really good.
If you are looking for anymore appetizer ideas for your New Year’s Eve, make sure you check out my appetizers section in the archives. I’m sure you’ll find all kinds of recipes worthy of your celebration!
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JalapeƱo Popper Wontons
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 48 wontons 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Description
These Jalapeno Popper Wontons are fried wontons that are stuffed with cream cheese and jalapeƱos in this tasty appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 3 jalapeƱos, minced (seeds and ribs removed for less heat)
- 2/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (12 oz) refrigerated square wonton wrappers
- vegetable oil, for frying
- coarse salt
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the jalapeƱos and cheddar cheese. Working with a few wonton wrappers at a time, add about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese filling to the center. Dip your finger in water and wet the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper over, forming a triangle, sealing the mixture in the center. Press lightly with your fingers to seal the edges and press out any air bubbles.
- Heat the vegetable oil over medium heat to 350F. Fry the wontons in batches until golden brown on both sides. Remove with a slotted spoon to a paper towel lined plate and sprinkle with coarse salt while still hot.
- Serve warm.
Recipe Notes:
slightly adapted from Cassie Craves
Keywords: jalapeno popper wontons
Mary says
I like your style. Found this on food gawker and made them today. I even crinkled the parchment paper too! Loved it.
Lydia says
Just made these. Yummy! Thanks so much.
Deborah says
So glad you liked them!
Nutmeg Nanny says
Oh wow these look fantastic! My husband and I will devour these so fast š
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
My family would go bonkers for these. Perfect NYE treats. Yum!
Tieghan says
Yes, please!! These are brilliant!
Joanne says
The.Boy hates spicy food but loves poppers. Go figure. Totally making these for us!
Deborah says
Haha – my husband says he hates spicy food but will eat wings until there is no tomorrow. So I feel ya!!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Oh yum! I now want to make a jalapeno popper version of my wonton cups.
Laura @ The Salty Kitchen says
These look fantastic! I’m a sucker for cream cheese on anything. š Happy New Year!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
You have totally won me over with these!! Awesome!
Megan says
So beyond brilliant! I’m a sucker for a popper!
Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says
These would be perfect for NYE.
cassie says
Total genius. I love these, Deborah!