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Fresh southwest cream cheese wontons in baking tray just out of oven

Southwest Cream Cheese Wontons

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Baked Southwest Cream Cheese Wontons filled with a spicy, creamy cheese mix of jalapeños and cheddar. Crispy on the outside, creamy inside, an easy 15-minute appetizer made in a muffin tin, no frying needed.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 wontons 1x

Ingredients

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8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

12 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeños (fresh or pickled)

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and cracked black pepper to taste

24 square wonton wrappers

Cooking oil spray

Instructions

Southwest cream cheese wonton filling ingredients in bowl before mixing
Southwest cream cheese wonton filling ingredients in bowl before mixing

Prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Southwest cream cheese wonton filling in muffin cups ready to bake
Southwest cream cheese wonton filling in muffin cups ready to bake

Assemble the wontons: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly spray a mini muffin tin. Press one wonton wrapper into each cup. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into each, just below the rim. Lightly mist tops with oil if desired.

Baked southwest cream cheese wontons golden and crisp in muffin tray
Baked southwest cream cheese wontons golden and crisp in muffin tray

Bake and cool: Bake for 10–12 minutes on the middle rack, until edges are golden and filling is bubbly. Let cool 5 minutes before serving for best texture.

Notes

• Let cream cheese soften at room temp for easier mixing.

• Do not overfill to prevent overflow.

• Make ahead tip: assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.

• For leftovers: reheat at 160°C (320°F) for 5–6 min in oven.

• To freeze: bake first, cool, then freeze. Reheat from frozen.

  • Author: Olivia Brooks
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southwest
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 wontons
  • Calories: 105
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg