Cream Cheese Wontons

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Light and crisp on the outside, and filled with a creamy soft cheese filling; these Cream Cheese Wontons are a must-try!

We use the air fryer to make them quickly, easily and with minimal ingredients. Yet there is no compromise on the taste and texture.

Prep Time20

Cook Time10

Total Time30

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American, Asian

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 212kcal

Author: Smruti

Ingredients

20 wonton wrappers (square)
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
¼ cup green scallions (chopped fine)
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon pepper powder

Instructions

In a bowl add cream cheese, green onions and spices.
4 oz cream cheese, ¼ cup green scallions, ¾ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon pepper powder
Mix everything well till it combines.
Take a square wonton wrapper and place a teaspoon of the filling on it. Apply water on the edges and fold it as shown into wonton.
20 wonton wrappers
Repeat for the remaining wrappers and set aside.
Preheat the air fryer to 370 F (190 C) and place the cream cheese wontons in it once hot.
Spray some non-stick spray and air fry for 8-9 minutes; till the wontons are golden brown.
Remove from the air fryer and serve with your choice of sauce. Sweet Chili Sauce is perfect to enjoy with these wontons.

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Notes

Pick the right wrappers: As we need to air fry the wontons, we use thick square wrappers. Super thin ones like the ones for su mai will burn within minutes. I prefer wonton wrappers to make these. Make a choice between wrappers with egg or without based on preference. Also keep the folded wontons covered at all times to keep them from drying.
Prepping the cream cheese: We require the cream cheese to be at room temperature. To do so, simply pop the cream cheese in the microwave for 20 seconds and use.
Folding: There is no right or wrong way to fold the wontons. There are plenty of methods to fold them effectively. Pick the one that you find easy. Secure the edges well so the filling does not leak.
Sealing: The wontons are easy to seal with either water or egg wash. Make a choice depending on dietary preferences. Ensure the seal is tight.
Adding spice to the recipe: It is easy to add spice to the wontons. Add diced jalapeños, Thai chili or just chili flakes to the filling mix.
Do not overcrowd the basket: It is best to leave some space between the wontons before air frying. That way they do not stick to each and neither does the filling stick to other wontons.
Alternates to air frying: If you do not have an air fryer, it is also easy to bake or deep fry the wontons. Simply use the method that works best for you.

Air Fryer: Remember to always account for the time needed for the Air Fryer to preheat. The cook time listed does not account for this.

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates using an automated calculator. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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