Air Fryer Cream Cheese Wontons

If you love the crunchy bite of wontons but want to skip deep frying, this air fryer cream cheese wonton recipe will quickly become your new favorite appetizer or snack. They are easy to make, come out golden and crisp every time and are perfect for dipping in soy or sweet chili sauce. Great for entertaining or craving something savory in a snap.

If you are new to air fryer appetizers, these crisp little pockets are a guaranteed win. The first time I made these, my family hovered by the air fryer waiting for the batch to finish. Now I get requests for wonton nights all the time.

Ingredients

• Cream cheese: room temperature for the creamiest filling use full fat for best results
• Chopped scallions: add a fresh lightly sharp flavor and color
• Low sodium soy sauce: provides savory umami balance more flavor than saltiness
• Garlic powder: for background depth and gentle heat
• Wonton wrappers: pick the freshest package in the fridge section check for pliable edges
• Large egg: helps to seal and hold your wontons together
• Cooking spray: ensures the wontons turn crispy and golden in the air fryer
• Sweet chili sauce (optional): adds a sweet and gently spicy note for dipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Filling:

Mix cream cheese scallions soy sauce and garlic powder in a small bowl until completely smooth and well combined. This mix is the base of your wontons so stir until there are no lumps of cream cheese.

Whisk the Egg:

Crack the large egg into a small bowl and whisk until fully blended. This will be your sealing glue.

Shape the Wontons:

Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean dry surface. Place a teaspoon of the cream cheese filling right in the center of each wrapper. Dip your finger in the beaten egg then trace it around all edges of each wrapper. Fold up the corners to meet in the center pinching seams firmly so filling is completely enclosed. Press out any air bubbles for the crispiest wontons.

Air Fry the Wontons:

Preheat your air fryer to three hundred sixty degrees Fahrenheit. When hot spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange filled wontons in a single layer making sure they do not touch. Lightly spray the tops of wontons with a bit more cooking spray to encourage even browning. Cook for eight to ten minutes until golden brown and crisp on all sides.

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Cream cheese is my secret ingredient that everyone raves about. My daughter loves to help press the wonton seams closed and we always end up eating a few straight out of the fryer still warm because we cannot resist.

Storage Tips

Leftover air fryer wontons keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat in the air fryer for just a few minutes and they will taste almost as good as fresh. Freezing is possible but for best texture eat shortly after cooking.

Ingredient Substitutions

No scallions Try finely chopped chives or even a teaspoon of finely grated onion for mild flavor. If you avoid soy swap with coconut aminos or a dash of tamari. Gluten free wrappers are ideal for dietary needs and can be found at larger grocery stores.

Serving Suggestions

Serve the wontons as a snack plate with both soy and sweet chili sauce for dipping. They are great paired with a fresh crunchy salad or as a starter for any Asian inspired meal. These are also fun packed in lunch boxes for kids or grownups.

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Cultural Context

Wontons are a much loved Chinese dumpling that has traveled the world. Often filled with pork or shrimp the cream cheese version became popular in America at Chinese style restaurants. Air frying is a modern twist that recreates the crispiness without heavy oil.

Recipe FAQs

→ How do I prevent the wontons from sticking in the air fryer?

Lightly spray the air fryer basket and the wontons with cooking spray before cooking. Arrange them in a single layer without overlapping for best crispiness.

→ Can I make these wontons ahead of time?

Yes, assemble the wontons and refrigerate them for several hours before air frying. For longer storage, freeze the uncooked wontons and cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.

→ What dipping sauces pair well with these wontons?

Soy sauce and sweet chili sauce are popular choices. You can also try a spicy sriracha-mayo dip or a tangy plum sauce for variety.

→ Can I add other fillings to the wontons?

Absolutely! Mix in finely diced cooked shrimp, crab, or chopped vegetables like bell peppers for a twist on the classic cream cheese filling.

→ How do I keep wonton wrappers from drying out during preparation?

Cover the unused wrappers with a damp towel while you assemble each wonton to prevent them from becoming dry or brittle.