Description
Baked Crab Rangoon Wontons are a lighter, crispy version of the classic takeout favorite. These golden bites are filled with a creamy mixture of crab, cream cheese, and seasonings, then baked until crisp. Perfect as a party appetizer or game day snack, they require no frying, making them a healthier choice without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup imitation crab meat or lump crab meat, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Assembly
- 24 square wonton wrappers
- Olive oil spray or melted butter, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin or baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Mix Filling: In a medium bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, chopped crab meat, sliced green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well mixed.
- Prepare Wrappers: Place one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to create a cup shape, or lay them flat on a baking sheet if not using a muffin tin.
- Add Filling: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crab cream cheese mixture into the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Shape Wontons: If using a muffin tin, gently press the wrapper to form a cup around the filling. For flat baking, moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and pinch them together in the center to seal the filling inside.
- Brush with Oil: Lightly brush or spray the wonton cups with olive oil or melted butter to help them crisp up while baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges of the wontons are golden brown and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the baked crab rangoon to cool slightly before serving. They pair wonderfully with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or garlic dipping sauce.
Notes
- Serve these wontons with sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, or a garlic dipping sauce for added flavor.
- They can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving to maintain crispness.
- For a lower-fat option, use light cream cheese.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, especially if using fresh crab meat as it may vary in saltiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
