Pumpkin Pie Wontons with Maple Dip
These Pumpkin Pie Wontons are a delightful twist on a classic fall dessert, offering a crispy, golden shell filled with a creamy pumpkin spice mixture. Paired with a rich maple dip, these wontons are perfect for parties, snacks, or a creative dessert option. With their warm, spiced flavors and sweet, creamy filling, they capture the essence of pumpkin pie in every bite.
Ingredients:
For the Wontons:
- 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tablespoons Neufchatel cream cheese, room temperature
- 20 wonton wrappers
- Egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tablespoon water)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
For the Maple Dip:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup Neufchatel cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions:
1. Prepare the Filling:
In a small bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and Neufchatel cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
2. Fill and Fold the Wontons:
Lay the wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Lightly brush the edges of each wrapper with the egg wash to help seal them. Place about 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin mixture in the center of each wrapper. Fold the wrappers into triangles, pinching the edges tightly to seal them, ensuring no filling leaks out during frying.
3. Fry the Wontons:
In a large, deep saucepan, heat about 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 320°F. Fry the wontons in small batches of 3-4 at a time, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
4. Drain and Cool:
Use a slotted spoon to remove the wontons from the oil and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly before dusting them generously with powdered sugar. Repeat with the remaining wontons.
5. Make the Maple Dip:
While the wontons cool, prepare the maple dip. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, Neufchatel cream cheese, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon until the dip is smooth and creamy.
6. Serve:
Serve the warm pumpkin pie wontons alongside the maple dip for a sweet and decadent treat. Enjoy the crispiness of the wontons paired with the creamy, spiced filling and dip!
Quick Tips:
- Sealing the Wontons: Ensure the wontons are tightly sealed to prevent any filling from leaking during frying. Press the edges firmly after folding.
- Frying Temperature: Keep the oil temperature consistent to ensure the wontons cook evenly and achieve a golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Make-Ahead Option: You can assemble the wontons ahead of time and refrigerate them before frying when you’re ready to serve.
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 180 kcal per serving
- Servings: 20 wontons
These Pumpkin Pie Wontons with Maple Dip are a delightful fall treat that combines the crispiness of fried wontons with the creamy warmth of pumpkin pie filling. The sweet, spiced maple dip perfectly complements the wontons, making this dish a fun and flavorful twist on traditional pumpkin pie. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Pumpkin Pie Wontons
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 20 1x
Description
These Pumpkin Pie Wontons are the perfect twist on a classic fall dessert. The creamy pumpkin and spice filling wrapped in crispy, golden wonton wrappers creates a delightful contrast of textures. With just a dusting of powdered sugar and a side of sweet maple cinnamon dip, this treat is as indulgent as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Wontons:
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2 tablespoons Neufchatel cream cheese, room temperature
20 wonton wrappers
Egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tablespoon water)
Vegetable oil, for frying
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Maple Dip:
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup Neufchatel cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and Neufchatel cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Fill and Fold the Wontons: Lay the wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Brush the edges of each wrapper with the egg wash. Place about 1 teaspoon of the pumpkin mixture in the center of each wrapper. Fold the wrappers into triangles, pinching the edges tightly to seal.
Fry the Wontons: In a large, deep saucepan, heat about 1 1/2 inches of vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 320°F (use a deep-fry or candy thermometer to check the temperature). Fry 3-4 wontons at a time, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
Drain and Cool: Remove the wontons from the oil with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool slightly. Repeat with the remaining wontons. Dust the fried wontons with powdered sugar.
Make the Maple Dip: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, Neufchatel cream cheese, maple syrup, and ground cinnamon until smooth. Serve the dip alongside the warm pumpkin pie wontons for a delicious treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180