Cheesy Bacon Rotel Cups
These delectable little cups feature the perfect combination of crispy wonton wrappers, savory bacon, creamy cheese, and the signature zesty kick of Rotel tomatoes. They're the ultimate party finger food that disappears within minutes of hitting the serving tray.
Equipment
- Mini Muffin Tin
- Mixing Bowl
- Cookie Scoop
Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 8 slices bacon cooked crispy and crumbled
- 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies 10 oz, drained
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Gently press wonton wrappers into each cup, forming a small bowl shape. The corners will extend up and create a star-like appearance. Spray the wonton wrappers lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake the empty wonton cups for 5 minutes until they begin to turn golden at the edges but are not completely done.
- In a medium bowl, combine the drained Rotel tomatoes, softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and three-quarters of the crumbled bacon, reserving some bacon for garnish.
- Spoon the cheesy bacon Rotel mixture into each pre-baked wonton cup, filling each about ¾ full.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 7-8 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the wonton edges are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Top each cup with the remaining bacon crumbles and sliced green onions.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
Work with just a few wonton wrappers at a time as they can dry out quickly. Keep the unused ones covered with a damp paper towel to maintain their flexibility.
If you notice any cups puffing up during pre-baking, gently press them down with the back of a spoon while still warm.
Don't overfill the cups as the cheese mixture may bubble over during baking. A small cookie scoop works perfectly for consistent portioning.
These cups taste amazing with a small dollop of additional sour cream or a tiny drizzle of hot sauce on top for those who enjoy an extra kick.
Nutrition
Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSodium: 185mgFiber: 0.5g
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