Description
Crispy wonton cups cradle a creamy spinach artichoke filling, creating bite-sized party appetizers with irresistible flavor. Guests will devour these elegant, cheesy morsels that deliver maximum taste in minimal form.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 9 ounces (255 grams) creamed spinach
- 3–6 ounces (85–170 grams) marinated artichoke hearts, chopped
- 2 ounces (57 grams) softened cream cheese
Cheese and Seasonings:
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup grated mozzarella cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼–½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Spray:
- Spray oil (avocado, olive, etc.)
Instructions
- Configure the oven temperature to 365°F (185°C), ensuring an optimal heating environment for crispy wonton cups.
- Open the package of creamed spinach and warm according to package guidelines. Carefully drain marinated artichokes and mince into fine, uniform pieces.
- Generously coat a mini-muffin tray with cooking spray. Delicately drape individual wonton wrappers into each cavity, creating small cup-like vessels. Optional: Lightly mist wrappers with additional spray for enhanced crispiness.
- Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake wonton cups for approximately 5 minutes until they develop a light, golden crunch.
- In a mixing bowl, consolidate creamed spinach, cream cheese, parmesan, mozzarella, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Thoroughly integrate ingredients until achieving a harmonious, well-blended mixture.
- Carefully spoon the spinach-cheese concoction into the pre-baked wonton cups, ensuring even distribution.
- Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, watching for melted cheese and edges that transform into a crisp, golden-brown perfection.
- Remove from oven and serve immediately while the filling remains luxuriously molten and the wonton cups maintain their delicate crunch.
Notes
- Prep these bite-sized appetizers in under 20 minutes, perfect for unexpected guests or last-minute gatherings.
- Choose fresh, high-quality wonton wrappers for the crispiest cups that hold the creamy filling perfectly.
- Drain artichokes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the wonton cups soggy and losing their delightful crunch.
- Customize the heat level by adjusting red pepper flakes – add more for a spicy kick or omit completely for a milder version.
- Mozzarella and parmesan create a golden, bubbly cheese topping that elevates these mini appetizers from simple to spectacular.
- Serve immediately after baking to enjoy the crispy wonton texture and gooey, warm cheese filling at its absolute best.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg