Crispy Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups That Wow Every Crowd

These Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups are deliciously crispy and packed with flavor, making them a perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 3

Total Time 48

Servings: 12 cups

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cups

1 package Wonton Wrappers Consider egg roll wrappers for a heartier option.
2 tablespoons Melted Butter Olive oil makes a lighter alternative.

For the Filling

6 oz Diced Jalapeños Feel free to swap in pickled jalapeños for a milder taste.
8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel cheese is great for a lighter twist.
2 tablespoons Sliced Green Onions Chives are a fantastic substitute.
¾ cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a variation.
½ cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Any melting cheese will work in a pinch.

Equipment

Mini muffin tin
Mixing bowl

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brush both sides of wonton wrappers with melted butter and press into mini muffin tin molds.
Bake the wonton cups for about 7 minutes until slightly crispy and golden.
In a mixing bowl, combine diced jalapeños, softened cream cheese, green onions, cheddar, and mozzarella. Stir until well blended.
Remove baked wonton cups and spoon the creamy mixture into each cup.
Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the filled wonton cups.
Bake the cups again for 12 to 14 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cool for about 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cups are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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