Baked Cream Cheese Wontons Recipe

Cream cheese: Softened to ensure a smooth and creamy filling.

Green onions: Chopped finely to add a fresh, mild onion flavor.

Wonton wrappers: Thin sheets of dough used to encase the filling, providing a crispy exterior when baked.

Soy sauce: Adds a salty, umami flavor to the cream cheese mixture.

Vegetable oil: Brushed on the wontons to help them achieve a golden brown color in the oven.

When sealing the wonton wrappers, make sure to press firmly along the edges to prevent the cream cheese mixture from leaking out during baking. You can also use a fork to crimp the edges for an extra secure seal and a decorative touch.

• softened cream cheese - Substitute with ricotta cheese: Ricotta cheese has a similar creamy texture and mild flavor, making it a good alternative.

• softened cream cheese - Substitute with mascarpone cheese: Mascarpone is another creamy cheese that can provide a rich texture and slightly sweet flavor.

• chopped green onions - Substitute with chives: Chives offer a similar mild onion flavor and can be used in the same quantity.

• chopped green onions - Substitute with shallots: Shallots have a slightly sweeter and more delicate flavor, which can add a different but pleasant taste.

• wonton wrappers - Substitute with egg roll wrappers: Egg roll wrappers can be cut into smaller squares to mimic wonton wrappers.

• wonton wrappers - Substitute with rice paper: Rice paper can be used for a gluten-free option, though the texture will be different.

• soy sauce - Substitute with tamari: Tamari is a gluten-free alternative that offers a similar umami flavor.

• soy sauce - Substitute with coconut aminos: Coconut aminos provide a slightly sweeter and less salty flavor, suitable for those avoiding soy.

• vegetable oil - Substitute with olive oil: Olive oil is a healthier alternative with a distinct flavor that works well in many recipes.

• vegetable oil - Substitute with canola oil: Canola oil has a neutral flavor and similar cooking properties, making it a good substitute.

• Allow the baked cream cheese wontons to cool completely before storing to prevent condensation, which can make them soggy.

• Place the cooled wontons in an airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper to avoid sticking.

• Store the container in the refrigerator if you plan to consume the wontons within 2-3 days. This keeps the cream cheese filling fresh and the wonton wrappers crisp.

• For longer storage, freeze the wontons. Arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. This prevents them from sticking together.

• Once frozen, transfer the wontons to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date to keep track of freshness.

• When ready to enjoy, reheat refrigerated wontons in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through and crispy.

• For frozen wontons, bake directly from the freezer at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.

• Avoid microwaving as it can make the wonton wrappers chewy instead of crispy.

• Serve with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or sweet chili sauce, for an extra burst of flavor.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the baked cream cheese wontons on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Lightly brush the wontons with a bit of vegetable oil to help them crisp up.
  4. Bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through and regain their golden brown color.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange the wontons in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Air fry for 3-5 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even heating.

• Stovetop Method:

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add a small amount of vegetable oil to the skillet.
  3. Place the wontons in the skillet and cook for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are heated through and crispy.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the wontons on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover them with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out.
  3. Microwave on medium power for 30-45 seconds, or until they are heated through. Note that this method may not retain the crispiness as well as the other methods.

• Oven: Used to bake the wontons at 400°F (200°C) until they are golden brown.

• Mixing bowl: Used to combine the softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, and soy sauce.

• Spoon: Used to place a small spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper.

• Pastry brush: Used to brush the edges of the wonton wrappers with water and to brush the wontons with vegetable oil before baking.

• Baking sheet: Used to place the wontons on for baking in the oven.

• Knife: Used to chop the green onions.

• Cutting board: Used as a surface to chop the green onions.

• Measuring spoons: Used to measure the soy sauce and vegetable oil accurately.

Prepare the filling: Mix the cream cheese, green onions, and soy sauce ahead of time and store it in the fridge.

Pre-cut wrappers: Use pre-cut wonton wrappers to save time on preparation.

Assembly line: Set up an assembly line to quickly fill and seal the wontons.

Batch baking: Bake multiple trays of wontons at once to save on cooking time.

Preheat oven: Ensure the oven is preheated to 400°F (200°C) before you start assembling the wontons.