Description
Crispy wonton cups cradle a creamy spinach-artichoke dip, creating bite-sized party perfection. Guests will devour these elegant appetizers, savoring each cheesy, herb-infused morsel that promises to elevate any gathering with delightful flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 10-ounce (284 grams) package frozen spinach, thawed and very well-strained
- 1 8-ounce (226 grams) can artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 ounces (57 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature
Creamy Components:
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 12 wonton wrappers
- Cooking spray
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 350°F and activate the wonton wrappers by gently pressing them into a muffin pan, creating miniature crisp vessels. Lightly coat with cooking spray to ensure a golden exterior.
- Bake the wonton shells for 5 minutes until they develop a delicate pale golden color, setting the foundation for the delectable appetizer.
- Craft the rich filling by amalgamating chopped artichokes, thoroughly drained spinach, mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, Parmesan, and garlic in a mixing bowl. Stir until the mixture achieves a harmonious, velvety consistency.
- Distribute the spinach-artichoke blend evenly across the pre-baked wonton cups, ensuring each receives an ample portion of the creamy mixture.
- Return the filled wonton cups to the oven for 10-12 minutes, allowing the edges to transform into a crisp golden brown while the interior becomes heated and slightly bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and permit the appetizers to cool momentarily, approximately 1-2 minutes, which allows the filling to stabilize and prevents potential mouth burns while enhancing the flavor profile.
- Serve the wonton cups while they remain warm, presenting a delightful fusion of crispy exterior and luscious, creamy interior.
Notes
- Drain spinach and artichokes thoroughly to prevent soggy wonton cups, using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to squeeze out excess moisture.
- Customize the filling by adding crispy bacon bits, diced jalapeños, or red pepper flakes for extra flavor and heat.
- Make these ahead of time by preparing wonton cups and filling separately, then assembling and baking just before serving to maintain maximum crispiness.
- Swap dairy ingredients with dairy-free alternatives like vegan cream cheese and plant-based sour cream to create a lactose-free version of this appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg