Best 9 Italian Cheese Wontons Recipes

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course, look no further than Italian cheese wontons. These crispy wontons are filled with a mixture of creamy cheeses, herbs, and spices, and they can be served with a variety of dipping sauces. Whether you're a fan of classic Italian flavors or you're looking for something new and exciting, Italian cheese wontons are sure to please.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN CHEESE WONTONS



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A cheesy filling gives wonton wrappers a taste-tempting, Italian twist. The hot and crisp snacks get gobbled up...no matter how many I make!-Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 40 wontons.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
40 wonton wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying
Marinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients., Position a wonton wrapper with one point toward you. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Place 1 tablespoon filling in the center of wrapper. Fold bottom corner over filling; fold sides toward center over filling. Roll toward the remaining point. Moisten top corner with water; press to seal. Repeat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. , Fry wontons, a few at a time, for 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve with marinara.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ITALIAN WONTONS



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These a delicious served with spaghetti sauce, or just on there own as a snack...they are quite easy to make, and can be prepared ahead, and stored in the freezer, just thaw and deep-fry.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 27m

Yield 40 wontons

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces bulk sweet Italian sausage links
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
40 wonton wrappers
oil (for frying)

Steps:

  • In a frypan, cook sausage and onion, over medium heat until sausage is brown and onion is tender, stirring to break meat in small pieces; drain well, cool completely.
  • Stir in mozzarella cheese, Parmesan and parsley.
  • Place 1 rounded teaspoon of filling in wonton wrapper.
  • Moisten edges of wrapper with water.
  • Starting at one corner, fold the wrapper over filling, forming a triangle.
  • Press to seal.
  • Bring other two sides together.
  • Cook in deep hot oil for 1-1/2 to 2-1/2 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 5.6, Sodium 118.8, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.3

CREAM CHEESE WONTONS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 24 wontons

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon Sriracha or other hot sauce
1 teaspoon vinegar or rice wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
8 ounces cream cheese
1 tablespoon Sriracha or other hot sauce (more to taste)
2 green onions, light green and dark green parts, chopped
1 egg
24 wonton wrappers
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • For the dipping sauce: Mix together the honey, soy sauce, Sriracha, vinegar and sesame oil in a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the wontons: In the bowl of a mixer (or you can do it by hand), mix together the cream cheese, Sriracha and green onions until totally combined (scrape the mixer bowl if necessary). In a separate bowl, mix together the egg and 1/2 cup water.
  • One at a time, assemble the wontons: Place approximately 1/2 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture on one corner of a wonton wrapper. Use your finger to "paint" the egg wash all around the edges of the wrapper. Roll the wrapper on a diagonal, starting with the cream cheese corner and stopping when half the wrapper is rolled and the cream cheese mixture is inside. Bring up the 2 ends and use the egg wash to stick them together. Allow the remaining pointed end to naturally tuck backward. (The wontons should resemble tortellini.) As you work, place the assembled wontons under plastic wrap or a light towel to keep them from drying out.
  • Heat 2 to 3 inches of vegetable oil in a large saucepan or medium skillet until a deep-fry thermometer inserted in the oil registers just under 350 degrees F. (You don't want the oil too hot or it will burn the wontons! Experiment with a spare sheet of wonton wrappers to check.)
  • In batches of 4 or 5 at a time, fry the wontons for 45 seconds to 1 minute, flipping carefully midway through to make sure they brown evenly. Remove them when you think they still could stand to slightly brown a teeny bit more (because they will slightly brown in the seconds after you remove them from the pan!). Drain the wontons on a paper towel. Repeat with the remaining batches.
  • It's best to wait 5 to 10 minutes before serving the wontons, as the cream cheese filling can be quite hot. Serve with the dipping sauce.

WEIGHT WATCHERS ITALIAN WONTONS



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This healthy appetizer is an italian twist on a Chinese favorite it is worth 1 weight watcher's point

Provided by GingerlyJ

Categories     Cheese

Time 17m

Yield 16 wontons, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 sprays olive oil flavored cooking spray
1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons reduced-fat pesto sauce
3 tablespoons roasted red peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
16 wonton wrappers
1 cup marinara sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F Coat a large baking sheet with a good amount of cooking spray.
  • Preheat oven to 425°F Coat a large baking sheet with a good amount of cooking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, pesto, peppers and mozzarella.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, pesto, peppers and mozzarella.
  • Place wonton wrappers on prepared baking sheet so wontons become saturated with oil. Place 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture onto center of each wrapper. Dip a finger into water and use it to moisten edges of wrapper; fold over one corner of wrapper to make a triangle and press sides together to create a seal (click here to see a video demonstration of this technique). If desired, create decorative lines along edges of wontons by pressing tines of a fork along bottom edge of each wonton.
  • Place wonton wrappers on prepared baking sheet so wontons become saturated with oil. Place 1 tablespoon ricotta mixture onto center of each wrapper. Dip a finger into water and use it to moisten edges of wrapper; fold over one corner of wrapper to make a triangle and press sides together to create a seal (click here to see a video demonstration of this technique). If desired, create decorative lines along edges of wontons by pressing tines of a fork along bottom edge of each wonton.
  • Bake until wontons are golden brown on edges and dough is just cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping. Yields 1 wonton and 1 tablespoon sauce per serving.
  • Bake until wontons are golden brown on edges and dough is just cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping. Yields 1 wonton and 1 tablespoon sauce per serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.2, Fat 1.5, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 4.5, Sodium 154.1, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.4

LAYERED ITALIAN DIP WITH CRISP WONTONS



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Delicious Mediterranean flavors top a surprise ingredient in these pretty appetizers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 9

14 wonton skins (about 3 1/4-inch square)
Cooking spray
1 can (15.5 oz) great northern beans, drained, rinsed
1/4 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Caesar dressing
1 cup finely chopped pepperoni (about 4 oz)
1/2 cup chopped drained pepperoncini peppers (bottled Italian peppers)
3/4 cup finely shredded Italian cheese blend (3 oz)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Cut each wonton skin in half into 2 triangles. On 2 large ungreased cookie sheets, arrange wonton skins in single layer. Spray wontons with cooking spray. Bake about 6 minutes or until crisp; cool.
  • In food processor, place beans, Parmesan cheese and dressing. Cover; process until smooth. Spread mixture in ungreased 9-inch microwavable pie plate or quiche dish.
  • Top with pepperoni, pepperoncini peppers, cheese blend and oregano. Cover with microwavable plastic wrap.
  • Microwave on High 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, turning pan once halfway through cooking. Serve with crisp wontons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (3 Tablespoons Dip and 2 Wontons), Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

GOAT CHEESE WONTONS



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Tangy goat cheese and fresh herb flavors shine through in every bite of these crispy bundles. The egg roll-like snacks are a simple, but impressive addition to your holiday appetizer offerings.-Carla DeVelder, Mishawaka, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 wontons.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup crumbled goat cheese
1 teaspoon each minced fresh basil, parsley and chives
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash salt and pepper
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon water
16 wonton wrappers
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cheese, herbs, garlic, salt and pepper. Beat egg and water., Place 1 tablespoon cheese mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Fold bottom corner over filling. Fold sides toward center over filling. Moisten remaining corner with egg; roll up tightly to seal., In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry wontons, a few at a time, for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAMY CHEESE WONTONS



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This is a delicious and easy appetizer. Cream cheese, feta, and fresh herbs. I bring it to almost every get-together, and they are a hit! Use flavored cream cheese and feta for extra flavor. Use your favorite hot sauce as a dip to give them some edge!

Provided by Jessica

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 55m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
1 carrot, shredded
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 egg yolk
½ teaspoon chopped fresh basil, or to taste
½ teaspoon chopped fresh parsley, or to taste
1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers
⅔ cup soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix cream cheese, feta cheese, carrot, garlic powder, egg yolk, basil, and parsley together in a bowl.
  • Place a wonton wrapper on a work surface and wet the corners of the wrapper with a moist finger. Spoon 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of the wrapper; fold wrapper over the filling, sealing the edges shut. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling. Place wontons on a baking sheet and brush with soy sauce.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until corners of wontons are brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 18.6 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 427.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BAKED CREAM CHEESE WONTONS



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A Midwestern favorite: cream cheese in wonton wrappers. The recipe dimensions are simple (1 wonton wrapper plus 1 teaspoon cream cheese) and can be easily altered. You can add chives, crab, and other kinds of cheese, just decrease the amount of cream cheese accordingly.

Provided by carsch

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

cooking spray
12 wonton wrappers
¼ cup cream cheese
1 teaspoon water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Lay wonton wrappers on prepared baking sheet. Place 1 teaspoon cream cheese in the center of each wonton wrapper.
  • Lightly brush edges of wonton wrappers with water and fold each wrapper in half to form a triangle. Press edges to seal. Fold the tips of each triangle up together so that they meet in above the center of the wonton and press tips together to seal. Spray assembled wontons with cooking spray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until wontons are crispy and golden and the cream cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 181.1 mg

CREAM CHEESE WONTONS



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These Easy Cream Cheese Wontons are the perfect side dish to any Asian-inspired meal.

Provided by Elyse

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

vegetable oil, for frying
1 (8 ounce) pkg. cream cheese (softened)
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons diced green onion
24 wonton wrappers
1 egg (beaten)
sweet and sour sauce (for dipping)

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot over medium-high heat with vegetable oil until the oil is 2 inches deep. Oil should be around 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, garlic powder, sugar and green onion.
  • Place wonton wrappers on a clean, flat surface.
  • Drop a teaspoon of cream cheese mixture in the middle of each wonton wrapper.
  • Beat egg and brush the edges of the wonton wrappers with egg.
  • Pinch the corners of each wonton wrapper together in the center.
  • Place 6-8 wontons at a time in the hot oil, turning them as needed, until evenly browned (about 3-5 minutes).
  • Carefully remove wontons from hot oil and place on a plate covered with a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
  • Serve with sweet and sour sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 99 kcal, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 89 mg, Carbohydrate 2 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 2 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh wonton wrappers for the best results. If you are using frozen wonton wrappers, be sure to thaw them completely before using.
  • Be sure to seal the wontons tightly so that the filling does not leak out while cooking.
  • Cook the wontons in a large pot of boiling water until they float to the top. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve the wontons immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • For a crispy wonton, pan-fry them in a little bit of oil until golden brown.
  • You can also bake the wontons in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

Conclusion:

Italian cheese wontons are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, or pesto. These wontons are also a great way to use up leftover cheese.

With a little bit of creativity, you can create your own unique Italian cheese wonton recipes. For example, you could add different types of cheese to the filling, such as mozzarella, ricotta, or Parmesan. You could also add herbs, spices, or vegetables to the filling for extra flavor. No matter how you choose to make them, Italian cheese wontons are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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