These Crispy Cream Cheese Wontons are the perfect balance of crunchy and creamy. A smooth, lightly seasoned cream cheese filling is wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers and fried until golden brown. Simple yet irresistible, they’re an easy appetizer that always disappears fast at parties.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe :

• Creamy filling with a crispy exterior

• Quick and easy to prepare

• Perfect finger food for parties

• Customizable with different seasonings

Equipment :

• Small mixing bowl

• Spoon or small scoop

• Shallow bowl with water

• Large skillet

• Slotted spoon or tongs

• Wire rack or paper towels

Ingredients :

• 1/2 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened

• 1 scallion, finely minced

• 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

• Pinch sea salt

• 12 wonton wrappers

• Vegetable or canola oil, for frying

• Plum sauce and/or sweet-and-sour sauce, for serving

Instructions :

1. In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, scallion, lemon pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and sea salt until smooth.

2. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.

3. Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold and press firmly to seal.

4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

5. Fry the wontons in batches, turning as needed, until golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.

6. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain briefly.

7. Serve warm with plum sauce, sweet-and-sour sauce, or both.

Tips & Notes :

• Do not overfill the wrappers to prevent bursting.

• Keep unused wrappers covered to prevent drying out.

• Fry in small batches for even browning.

Storage & Make-Ahead :

• Make-Ahead: Assemble wontons a few hours ahead and refrigerate until frying.

• Fridge: Store cooked wontons for up to 2 days.

• Freezer: Freeze uncooked wontons for up to 1 month.

• Reheat: Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

Serving Suggestions :

• Serve with plum sauce or sweet-and-sour sauce

• Add to an appetizer platter with spring rolls

• Pair with dipping sauces for variety

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I bake these instead of frying?
A1: Yes, brush lightly with oil and bake until crisp.

Q2: Can I add other ingredients to the filling?
A2: Yes, crab meat or herbs make great additions.

Q3: What if I can’t find wonton wrappers?
A3: Egg roll wrappers cut into quarters work well.