Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups: A Flavor-Packed Party Hit

These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups are a crowd-pleasing appetizer filled with crispy wontons, creamy cheese, and spicy jalapeños.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Wonton Cups

12 pieces Wonton wrappers Find in produce section or make your own.
1 spray Cooking spray To coat muffin pan.

For the Filling

8 oz Cream cheese Softened; Neufchâtel cheese for lighter option.
1/2 cup Sour cream Or substitute with Greek yogurt.
4 strips Bacon Crispy and crumbled.
1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Or try Pepper Jack cheese.
2 pieces Jalapeños Diced; adjust spice level by seeds.

For the Topping

1/4 cup Reserved bacon For topping.
1/4 cup Reserved cheddar For topping.

Equipment

muffin pan
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray each muffin cup with cooking spray and place a wonton wrapper in each cup, pushing down gently. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden brown.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced jalapeños. Mix well.
Fill each baked wonton cup with the prepared filling. Sprinkle reserved bacon and cheddar on top of each cup.
Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the tops are golden and cheese is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bacon is crispy to avoid soggy filling. Adjust jalapeño seeds for desired spiciness. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 2 months.

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