Description
Indulge in the irresistible goodness of Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups, a perfect blend of crispy wonton wrappers filled with creamy cheese, spicy jalapenos, and crunchy bacon. These bite-sized appetizers are not only quick to prepare but also guarantee to be a hit at any gathering, from game days to casual get-togethers. With their delightful combination of flavors and textures, these savory treats are sure to keep your guests coming back for more. Plus, you can easily customize the heat level to suit your taste. Get ready to impress with this simple yet delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1–2 jalapenos, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking spray and press each wonton wrapper into the cups.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until lightly golden and crisp.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, jalapenos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Spoon the filling into the baked wonton cups generously.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and tops are golden.
- Let cool slightly and garnish with chopped chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 wonton cups (approximately 56g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg