Jalapeño Cheese Puffs

Jalapeño wontons are a tasty snack or appetizer that are a twist on the classic favorite jalapeño poppers, stuffed with cheese and spicy peppers.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 223 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapeno peppers
• 1 (16 ounce) package wonton wrappers
• 2 cloves garlic, pressed
• 3 green onions, diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeño peppers, green onions, and garlic in a medium bowl.

Step 2

Fill wonton wrappers with approximately 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture each. Fold wrappers into triangles and press the edges with a moistened fork to seal.

Step 3

Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep skillet. Drop 4 wontons at a time into the oil and quickly fry, turning once. Remove when golden brown and drain on paper towels.