Description
Cream cheese wontons are a crispy, creamy appetizer combining rich cream cheese and crunchy wonton wrappers, perfect for parties or family meals. Easy to make and highly customizable, these wontons are a crowd favorite!
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 1 package wonton wrappers (about 30-40)
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
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Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce (optional). Stir until smooth and well combined.
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Assemble the wontons: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1-2 teaspoons of the cream cheese mixture in the center. Moisten the edges with beaten egg, then fold the wrapper into a triangle or pouch shape, pressing the edges tightly to seal.
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Heat the oil: In a deep fryer or large pot, heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat, ensuring it’s around 350°F/175°C but not smoking.
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Fry the wontons: Fry the wontons in batches for 2-3 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crispy.
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Drain and serve: Remove the wontons with a slotted spoon and drain excess oil on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve immediately with dipping sauce.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover wontons in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 minutes per batch
- Category: appetizer
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: Chinese-American
Keywords: cream cheese wontons, fried appetizer, Chinese-American snack, crispy wontons, party appetizers