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Crispy Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups

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These crispy jalapeño popper wonton cups are a perfect party snack featuring a crunchy wonton shell filled with a creamy, spicy cheese and jalapeño mixture. Easy to make and crowd-pleasing, they bring nostalgic comfort with a spicy kick.

Ingredients

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  • Wonton wrappers
  • 8 oz softened full-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon bits (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Thinly sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly spray or brush each muffin cup with oil to prevent sticking. Gently press a wonton wrapper into each muffin cup, folding edges as needed to create a neat cup shape.
  3. Bake the wonton wrappers for 6-8 minutes until golden and starting to crisp but not fully browned.
  4. While the wonton cups bake, mix the filling: combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, chopped jalapeños, crumbled bacon bits, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until creamy and evenly mixed.
  5. Remove the wonton cups from the oven and spoon about 1 heaping tablespoon of filling into each cup without overfilling.
  6. Bake again for 10-12 minutes until the filling bubbles slightly and tops are lightly golden.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top and serve warm.

Notes

Pre-baking the wonton wrappers prevents soggy bottoms and keeps them crisp. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. If wonton cups brown too quickly, tent with foil while baking the filling. For less heat, remove jalapeño seeds or substitute with milder peppers. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness. These can also be frozen and reheated from frozen.

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Keywords: jalapeño popper, wonton cups, party snacks, appetizer, spicy, cheesy, bacon, finger food

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