Ultimate Jalapeño Cheese Puffs: A Fiery Delight

Recipe Details

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
15

Ingredients

  • 1(8 ounce) packagecream cheese, softened

  • 1cupshredded Monterey Jack cheese

  • 1(4 ounce) candiced jalapeno peppers

  • 3green onions, diced

  • 2clovesgarlic, pressed

  • 1(16 ounce) packagewonton wrappers

  • 1quartvegetable oil for frying

Cooking Directions

  1. Mix cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeño peppers, green onions, and garlic in a medium bowl.

  2. Fill wonton wrappers with approximately 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mixture each. Fold wrappers into triangles and press the edges with a moistened fork to seal.

  3. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large, deep skillet. Drop 4 wontons at a time into the oil and quickly fry, turning once. Remove when golden brown and drain on paper towels.

    Deb C

Editor’s Note:

We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts

Full Nutrition Label
Servings Per Recipe15
Calories223
% Daily Value *
Total Fat
14g
18%
Saturated Fat
6g
28%
Cholesterol
26mg
9%
Sodium
381mg
17%
Total Carbohydrate
18g
7%
Dietary Fiber
1g
3%
Total Sugars
0g
Protein
6g
12%
Vitamin C
1mg
2%
Calcium
87mg
7%
Iron
1mg
8%
Potassium
73mg
2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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