Description
These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups are the ultimate spicy and creamy appetizer! Crispy wonton wrappers are filled with a creamy, cheesy jalapeño mixture and baked to perfection for a bite-sized version of your favorite jalapeño popper. Perfect for parties or game day!
Ingredients
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- 1 package (12 oz) wonton wrappers
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 fresh jalapeños, seeds removed and finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (optional)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the wonton cups: Lightly grease a mini muffin tin. Press each wonton wrapper into the muffin tin cups, folding the edges to form a cup shape. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped jalapeños, bacon (if using), mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Fill the wonton cups: Spoon the jalapeño popper mixture into each wonton cup, filling them generously.
- Bake again: Return the filled wonton cups to the oven and bake for another 10-12 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and golden on top.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a milder version, remove all the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños or use a mild pepper like poblano.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some extra cheddar cheese on top before baking.
- You can make these ahead and refrigerate the filled cups; just bake them when you’re ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 wonton cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg