Description
Delightful cream cheese wontons bring crispy, golden perfection to appetizer lovers. Delicate wrappers cradle smooth cream cheese, promising a mouthwatering experience you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon soy sauce
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Finishing and Frying Ingredients:
- 1 egg (beaten, for sealing)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Serving Sauces (Optional):
- Sweet and sour sauce
- Soy sauce
- Sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Craft a zesty filling by combining cream cheese with finely chopped green onions, aromatic garlic and onion powders, a splash of soy sauce, and a delicate balance of salt and black pepper until the mixture achieves a luxurious, smooth consistency.
- Arrange wonton wrappers on a pristine work surface, creating a delicate canvas for the filling. Dollop a precise teaspoon of the cream cheese blend directly into the center of each translucent wrapper.
- Transform the wrappers into delectable parcels by delicately brushing their edges with beaten egg. Elegantly fold the wrappers into a triangular shape or gather the four corners into a classic wonton silhouette, using gentle but firm pressure to create a hermetic seal.
- Prepare a deep skillet or pot with approximately two inches of vegetable oil, bringing the temperature to a precise 350°F (175°C) – the optimal heat for achieving a golden, crispy exterior.
- Gently lower small batches of the assembled wontons into the shimmering oil, allowing them to dance and transform for 2-3 minutes until they reach a mesmerizing golden-brown hue. Extract the crispy morsels using a slotted spoon, transferring them to a paper towel-lined surface to drain excess oil.
- Allow the wontons a brief moment to cool and settle, then present them alongside an array of complementary dipping sauces. These crispy, creamy delights are now ready to tantalize taste buds and spark culinary joy.
Notes
- Choose room temperature cream cheese for smoother, easier mixing that prevents lumps and creates a silky filling.
- Seal wontons tightly to prevent filling from leaking during frying, which can cause oil splatters and uneven cooking.
- For a lighter version, try baking wontons at 400F for 12-15 minutes, brushing with olive oil to achieve a crispy golden exterior without deep frying.
- Experiment with additional flavor boosters like minced fresh herbs, chili flakes, or a touch of sriracha to customize the cream cheese filling and add exciting taste variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 208 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg