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Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups

Delicious Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups You’ll Love to Share

Discover the irresistible Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups, a delightful twist on a classic appetizer that's perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cups
  • 12 pieces Wonton Wrappers Look for gluten-free options if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking Spray or Olive Oil For greasing the muffin tin.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Pepper jack can be used for a spicier kick.
  • 1/2 cup Diced Jalapeños Adjust quantity for desired spice level.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Chives can be a milder alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly spray or brush a muffin tin with cooking spray or olive oil.
  3. Gently press wonton wrappers into the muffin cups to create a cup shape.
  4. Bake the shaped wonton cups for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeños, green onions, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  6. Spoon the creamy filling into each cooled wonton cup.
  7. Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  8. Optional: Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top during the last few minutes of baking.
  9. Once baked, let the cups cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overfilling the cups and keep an eye on the baking time to ensure golden-brown perfection.

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