Description
Crispy cream cheese wontons blend creamy Philadelphia cheese with delicate wrappers for an irresistible appetizer. Golden-brown edges and smooth centers promise a delightful bite you’ll savor with each crunchy morsel.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
Cooking Ingredients:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Water, for sealing wontons
Instructions
- Blend softened cream cheese with finely chopped green onions, aromatic garlic powder, and a splash of savory soy sauce until the mixture achieves a uniform, silky consistency.
- Position a precise dollop of the prepared filling at the central point of each delicate wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the wrapper’s perimeter with water, then carefully manipulate the edges to create a secure, tightly sealed parcel.
- Prepare a deep fryer or expansive skillet, heating the cooking oil to a precise 350F (175C) for optimal frying temperature.
- Carefully introduce the wontons into the hot oil, working in small batches to maintain consistent temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Fry each wonton until they transform into a rich, golden-brown color, typically requiring 2-3 minutes of cooking time.
- Extract the crispy wontons using a slotted spoon, allowing excess oil to drip away by placing them on an absorbent layer of paper towels.
- Serve the wontons immediately while they retain their warm, crisp texture, offering a delightful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Use fresh green onions for a crisp, vibrant flavor that elevates the filling.
- Seal wontons tightly to prevent filling from leaking during frying, using water or egg wash as glue.
- Drain on wire rack instead of paper towels to maintain crispiness and prevent soggy bottoms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 99 kcal
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 6.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 2.1 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg