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    Home » Recipes » Appetizer » Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

    Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

    Published: Apr 5, 2021 · Modified: Apr 7, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Crispy Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons are filled with garlic cream cheese. Serve these easy cream cheese puffs as an appetizer or side dish.

    fried wontons in a wooden bowl

    The first cream cheese wontons were authentic, homemade ones from my neighbor who was making them for a family celebration of hers. They were the best cream cheese puffs I’ve ever had! These air fryer cream cheese wontons are a simplified version that is healthier and quicker to make.

    cream cheese and spices in a glass bowl

    Start by preparing the cream cheese filling. Put the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley flakes in a small bowl. Stir the cream cheese mixture until combined.

    What can I add to cream cheese wontons?

    These air fryer cream cheese wontons are simply seasoned with garlic, onion, and parsley from the pantry. You can use minced garlic, chopped green onions, and fresh parsley if you prefer. If you want to add meat try crab, shrimp, sausage, or even bacon.

    wonton wrappers and a glass bowl on a piece of parchment paper

    Lay out six wonton wrappers and moisten the edges with water.

    cream cheese filling in a measuring spoon

    Scoop up one teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture.

    cream cheese dollops on wonton wrappers

    Place the dollop of the cream cheese mixture in the center of the wonton wrapper.

    5 wonton wrappers with cream cheese filling on top, and one wrapper folded over the cream cheese

    Fold each wonton wrapper in half diagonally creating a triangle. Press around the cream cheese mixture to remove any excess air.

    folded wontons and a glass bowl on parchment

    Fold up two of the points over the middle and secure in place with a little water. Repeat the process making six more cream cheese wontons.

    wontons in an air fryer basket

    Place the cream cheese wonton in the air fryer coating both sides well with olive oil spray. Start by cooking them with the points facing down. Bake them at 350˚F for 4 minutes.

    wontons cooking in an air fryer

    Spray the cream cheese puffs with olive oil, flip them over and spray the top side. Then, cook at 350˚F for 4-6 minutes, until golden brown.

    fried wontons in an air fryer

    Carefully remove the air fryer cream cheese wontons and place them on a tray or in a bowl.

    golden colored wontons in a wooden bowl

    Coating the wontons well with olive oil spray makes them turn out golden and crispy in the air fryer! We like eating our cream cheese puffs plain but you can serve them with a sweet and sour sauce or a sweet chili sauce if you prefer.

    What should I serve with air fryer cream cheese wontons?

    Cream cheese wontons made in the air fryer can be served as an appetizer or as a side dish with chicken, beef or seafood. Here are a few recipes to try:

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    This Beef and Broccoli recipe is easy to make and more delicious than take out. It’s a family friendly 30 minute meal everyone will love.

    several wontons in a bowl, one has a bite out of it

    Want more appetizer recipes? Try these next:

    This Baked Meatball Wontons recipe is a delicious party appetizer with a flavorful meatball and melted cream cheese wrapped in a crunchy wonton!

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    golden colored wontons in a wooden bowl

    Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

    Crispy Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons are filled with garlic cream cheese. Serve these easy cream cheese puffs as an appetizer or side dish.
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 18 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16 wontons
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    Equipment

    Olive Oil Spray
    Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 16 wonton wrappers
    • 4 oz cream cheese softened
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon onion powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon parsley flakes
    • olive oil spray

    Instructions

    • Combine the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley flakes in a small bowl.
    • Place six wonton wrappers on a piece of parchment paper and moisten the outside edges with water.
    • Put about one teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on a wonton wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half diagonally over the filling. Press to remove any air and seal. Then, bring the two opposite corners over the center with a little water to hold them in place.
    • Repeat with the remaining wonton wrappers.
    • Place the wontons in the air fryer. Spray both sides with olive oil. Bake, with the folded points facedown, at 350˚F for 4 minutes. Spray with more olive oil, flip and spray the tops with olive oil and bake for an additional 4-6 minutes, until golden brown.

    Video

    Notes

    *The wonton wrappers dry out very quickly so be sure to keep the package and the prepared wontons covered with plastic wrap.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2wontons | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 65mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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    Comments

    1. Kim Parish says

      March 29, 2023 at 3:04 pm

      Can they be frozen ahead then thawed and air fried? T

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        March 29, 2023 at 3:18 pm

        Hi Kim,
        Yes, you can prepare the cream cheese wontons ahead of time and store them in the freezer! Once you’ve assembled them, par-freeze them by placing them in a single layer on a tray or plate, loosely covering them with plastic wrap, and placing them in the freezer for about 1 hour until frozen. Then, transfer them to an airtight freezer bag or container and store them in the freezer until ready to use.
        ~Tonia

        Reply
    2. Heather S. says

      March 3, 2023 at 2:42 pm

      5 stars
      These cream cheese wontons were so easy and yummy I cannot wait to make them again. I was a little intimidated to make them but they were very simple. My husband and kids loved them also. 5 stars!

      Reply
    3. Delores Ward says

      September 8, 2022 at 8:03 am

      I can’t wait to try these! I love rotisserie chicken, so I’m gonna add that or chop shrimp……I’m sure either would be good!😋

      Reply
    4. Kathi Tenhover says

      October 10, 2021 at 12:06 pm

      I don’t have an air fryer… how long do you bake in oven…@ 350?

      Reply
      • Tonia says

        October 18, 2021 at 10:30 am

        Hi Kathi,
        You can bake them in the oven at 375˚F for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through.
        Enjoy!
        ~Tonia

        Reply

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