These look like cheesy wonton cups—crispy wrappers baked into little cups and filled with melted cheese. Super easy, crunchy, and perfect for snacks or parties!
🛒 Ingredients (Makes ~18–24 cups)
- 18–24 wonton wrappers
- 1–1½ cups shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or mix)
- 1 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of salt & pepper
Optional:
- Cooked chicken (shredded)
- Jalapeños (for spice)
- Bacon bits
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat
- Oven: 180°C (350°F)
- Air Fryer: 170°C (340°F)
2. Shape cups
- Lightly grease a muffin tin
- Press each wonton wrapper into muffin cups to form little bowls
3. Add filling
- Brush lightly with butter/oil
- Sprinkle garlic powder, seasoning, salt, and pepper
- Fill with shredded cheese
4. Cook
Oven:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden and bubbly
Air Fryer:
- Cook for 6–8 minutes (check early—cook fast!)
5. Cool & serve
- Let cool slightly (they crisp up more)
- Garnish with herbs if desired
💡 Tips for Perfect Cups
- Don’t overfill (cheese can spill over)
- Use mini muffin tin for bite-size versions
- Keep an eye—they brown quickly
- Serve fresh for best crunch
🔥 Variations
- Pizza Cups: Add sauce + pepperoni 🍕
- Buffalo Chicken: Add spicy chicken + drizzle sauce
- Spinach Cheese: Add spinach + cream cheese
- Mexican Style: Add taco meat + salsa
🍽️ Serve With
- Marinara sauce 🍅
- Garlic dip 🧄
- Ranch
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Cup)
- Calories: ~60–90
- Carbs: ~5–7g
- Fat: ~3–5g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points
- 1–2 points per cup
❓ FAQs
Why are they soggy?
Too much filling or undercooked.
Can I make ahead?
Best fresh, but reheat in air fryer.
Can I freeze?
Not ideal—texture changes.