Description
These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups are a delicious and easy appetizer combining crispy wonton wrappers with a creamy, spicy jalapeño and bacon filling. Perfect for parties or snacking, they feature a cheesy, savory blend baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Wonton Cups
- 24 Wonton Wrappers
- Cooking Spray (for greasing muffin tray)
Filling
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 2 Large Jalapeños, seeded and diced
- 1 Cup Bacon Bits
- 2 Tbsp Milk
- ½ Cup Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for toasting the wonton wrappers.
- Prepare Wonton Cups: Spray a muffin tray with cooking spray. Place two wonton wrappers crisscrossed into each muffin cup. This layering helps create a sturdy cup. Place the tray in the oven and toast the wonton wrappers until they are slightly golden and crisp.
- Make Filling: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, diced jalapeños, bacon bits, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed into a creamy filling.
- Adjust Oven Temperature: Once the wonton cups are toasted, reduce the oven heat to 350°F (175°C) for baking the filled cups.
- Fill Wonton Cups: Spoon the jalapeño popper filling evenly into the center of each toasted wonton cup, filling them generously but without overflowing.
- Bake Filled Cups: Return the muffin tray to the center rack of the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the wonton wrappers are golden and the cheese filling is melted and bubbling.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the wonton cups to cool slightly in the pan before carefully removing them. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy this tasty appetizer!
Notes
- For less heat, remove all jalapeño seeds before dicing.
- Use fresh shredded cheddar cheese for best melting and flavor.
- Can substitute bacon bits with cooked crumbled bacon for a fresher option.
- Keep an eye on the wontons while toasting to avoid burning as ovens vary.
- Serve with a side of ranch or sour cream for dipping if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: jalapeño popper, wonton cups, appetizer, finger food, party snack, baked snacks, cream cheese, bacon, spicy
