These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups are loaded with bacon, jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and sour cream….all in a crispy wonton shell. They come together quickly and make the perfect appetizer for parties or game days!
Is it just me….or does it feel like January is flying by? Seriously! It feels like just yesterday that we were ringing in the New Year, watching the ball drop, having confetti dumped all over our living room (which, by the way, we are still finding to this day….)
And now, we’re less than two weeks away from the Super Bowl….which can only mean one thing: time for ALL the game day recipes!! At the top of our list? These Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups.
These easy game day appetizers are loaded with all the flavors of jalapeño poppers – cream cheese, bacon, jalapeños, and cheese – and baked inside a crispy wonton shell. They can be prepped in advance and baked in no time, and they’re almost guaranteed to be the hit of any party.
You better believe they’ll be on our Super Bowl menu and probably on every game day menu from this point forward. Truth be told, I plan on making these Jalapeño Popper Wonton Cups as often as I possibly can. They’re just THAT good.
what you’ll need for this recipe
- Wonton wrappers – Wonton wrappers are used as the base or “cups” in this recipe. They’re similar to egg roll wrappers (although not the same) and can be found in the refrigerated/produce section at your local grocery store.
- Cream cheese – Cream cheese is a key ingredient in the filling, giving these wonton cups a rich, creamy consistency. I used plain, full fat cream cheese.
- Sour cream – Sour cream combines with the cream cheese and helps to lighten up the filling. I used plain, full fat sour cream.
- Bacon – Bacon is a key ingredient in jalapeño poppers and in these wonton cups. Pro Tip: cook your bacon until it’s nice and crispy for maximum crunch!
- Shredded cheddar cheese – Shredded cheese adds delicious flavor and texture to these wonton cups. I used cheddar, but you can also substitute Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or Cheddar Jack.
- Jalapeños – Jalapeños are last, but definitely not least! I used minced jalapeños to make these wonton cups easy to eat. You can feel free to adjust the amount according to taste.
how to make jalapeño popper wonton cups
- Start with wonton wrappers and a greased 12-cup muffin pan. You can find wonton wrappers in the produce section of your local grocery store.
- Press wonton wrappers gently into muffin pan and pre-bake. This step is essential to ensure crispy (not soggy) wonton cups.
- Prepare filling by mixing ingredients together. At this point you can either refrigerate the filling for later or use it right away by spooning it into pre-baked wonton cups. (*If you plan to save it for later, be sure to store your baked wonton cups in an airtight container.)
- Bake filled wonton cups until golden brown; garnish as desired.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and re-heat in the oven.
what kind of fillings can i put in wonton cups?
The short answer is….anything! Wonton cups are the perfect little wrappers for so many flavors. I like to use a combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and any of the following:
- cream cheese
- chicken
- veggies
- shrimp
- ground beef
- fruit
- cheese
- bacon
- crab meat
Make Ahead Tips
Pre-cook and crumble the bacon (refrigerate until ready to use).
Mince the jalapeño (refrigerate until ready to use).
Shred the cheese(refrigerate until ready to use).
Mix the filling and refrigerate separately until ready to use.
Pre-bake the wonton shells and store them in an airtight container until ready to use. Once ready to serve, spoon the prepared filling into pre-baked cups and bake according to recipe instructions.
reheating leftovers:
To reheat leftover wonton cups, place them on a metal baking sheet and heat them in the oven at 350° for 15 minutes or until heated through. If over-browning is a concern, you can alternately place them in a 9×13 inch pan and cover with foil.
Recipe Variations
- Replace the bacon with crumbled sausage or ham
- Add crumbled blue cheese
- Substitute flavored cream cheese for plain cream cheese
- Add chopped red peppers
- Add chopped onions
- Add panko bread crumbs for extra crunch
more wonton cup recipes you’ll love
- Southwest Chicken Wonton Cups
- Buffalo Chicken Wonton Cups
- Crab Rangoon Wonton Cups
- BBQ Chicken Wonton Cups
- Apple Cheesecake Wonton Cups
- Egg Roll Wonton Cups
- Reuben Wonton Cups
- Chicken Wonton Nacho Cups
Jalapeno Popper Wonton Cups
Ingredients
- 12 wonton wrappers *I found them in the produce section of my local grocery store
- 4 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1/2 c. sour cream
- 12 oz. bacon cooked & crumbled (reserve 2 Tbsp.)
- 1 c. shredded cheddar cheese reserve 2 Tbsp.
- 3-4 jalapeños seeded and chopped (**for more spice, do not remove all the seeds)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup; bake 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, bacon, cheddar cheese, and chopped jalapeños.
- Spoon filling into wonton cups, then sprinkle with reserved bacon and cheese.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, until wontons are golden brown and cheese is melted.
hey Cathy, love ur poppers
I added green onions and a little garlic powder…fun and tasty recipe š
Great recipe, thank you! FYI, the heat of a jalapeƱo (or any chile pepper) is in the placenta, also called the pith or ribs, where the Capsaicin Glands are. Removing the seeds, will not make the dish less spicy.
Looks good
I make smaller ones by cutting the wrappers with a biscuit cutter: they are always the hit of the party
I’d definitely recommend making at least two batches because these did not last long, they were SO GOOD! Everyone loved them at my son’s birthday party, so you can bet that I’ll be making these again.
They look delicious
I made these for my tree trimming party and I shouldāve made more!!! They were so good!! Definitely a keeper!!
Thanks for sharing!
Angie Lockhart
Crossville TN
These JalapeƱo Popper Wonton Cups look absolutely delicious! I love how simple yet elegant they are. Can’t wait to try making them for my next get-together!
Iāve made this recipe for 3 events now and its a huge hit every time. Iāve even made them vegan one time by swapping out the cream cheese and cheddar for vegan substitute and axing the sour creme and bacon. They wete STILL a hit!
Awesome! I appreciate the feedback!
Iāve made these several times and always get compliments when I take them to parties..so yummy!
So glad to hear it!
These are the best thing i ever ate
These are absolutely delicious! They go fast in my family so we make double or triple batches to accommodate everyoneās excitement for them! I added a dash of salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, which absolutely makes them pop! So stoked I came across this recipe! Absolutely easy and simple to put together for a wonderful meal or snack!
Best I’ve had. Thank you for sharing the recipe
Great recipe šš» I roasted the JalapeƱos before i minced them for some more flavor depth and to soften the bite. I also added a bit of roasted garlic. Incredible ā¤ļøā¤ļøā¤ļø
Do these need to be served warm?
They’re best served warm, but still delicious at room temp.
These are to die for. Can you make them and freeze them and cook later?
A delicious recipe. I often double it and add 1/2 tsp garlic power and 2 Tblsp dry ranch seasoning to the cream cheese/sour cream mixture.
Want to make these for an Abdul birthday party. Only problem it will be about 2 hours before getting to place where party is held. Have a carrying container with a heated j,jellied pad inside – are they still delicious if not fresh out of the oven.
Yes, they will still taste good at room temperature!