Updated on July 21st, 2025
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these homemade cream cheese wontons are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to prepare and even better to eat. Made with wonton wrappers stuffed with a smooth mixture of cream cheese, imitation crab, green onions, and water chestnuts, each bite delivers a balance of texture and flavor. Fry until golden brown for the best crunch, and serve with a side of sweet and sour sauce for dipping.
Why this recipe works
- Savory filling blend: Cream cheese mixed with crab, green onion, and water chestnuts gives each wonton a rich, flavorful interior.
- Crispy fried texture: Deep frying the wrappers creates a golden shell that’s light and crunchy.
- Simple sealing method: A quick brush of beaten egg helps keep each wonton sealed tightly during frying.
- Restaurant-style quality: Offers the same taste and texture as classic Chinese takeout wontons.
Serving suggestions
- Serve with dipping sauces: Sweet and sour sauce is the classic pairing, but spicy mustard or plum sauce also work well.
- Add to appetizer platters: These wontons make a great addition to a spread with egg rolls, dumplings, or spring rolls.
- Enjoy with dinner: Pair with fried rice, lo mein, or stir-fried veggies for a full takeout-style meal.
- Make them party-ready: Fry in batches and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve at your next get-together.
Cream Cheese Wontons Recipe
Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these homemade cream cheese wontons are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to prepare and even better to eat.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 10 1x
Ingredients
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- 12 ounce cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 50 wonton wrappers
- 1 cup imitation crab (chopped)
- 2 green onions (minced)
- 1 (8 ounces) can water chestnuts (drained and minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 egg (beaten)
- oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl cream the cream cheese together with crab, green onions, water chestnuts, garlic powder, and soy sauce. In a separate bowl, beat 1 egg.
- Lay out a wonton wrapper in the shape of a diamond. Place 1 teaspoon of the filling into the center of each wrapper. Brush the opposite corners of the wrapper with the beaten egg. Fold the edges over to form and triangle and seal.
- Heat oil in the deep fryer to 375 degrees. Deep fry in batches (turning once if needed) until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 571
- Sugar: 4.6 g
- Sodium: 935.4 mg
- Fat: 15.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 88.9 g
- Protein: 16.8 g
- Cholesterol: 65.7 mg