These seafood wonton cups are crisp, creamy, and full of fresh flavor. Each small cup holds a simple mix of shrimp, crab, cream cheese, lemon, and dill. They look elegant on a party table but are easy to make at home.
Serve them with other small party foods, or add warm rolls and cranberry sauce and dinner rolls for a cozy meal spread.
Why Make This Recipe
- They are easy to prepare with simple ingredients.
- The wonton wrappers bake into crisp little cups.
- Shrimp and crab make each bite feel special.
- You can serve them warm or at room temperature.
- They are great for holidays, dinners, showers, and parties.
How to Make Seafood Wonton Cups
First, bake the wonton wrappers in a muffin tin until they are golden and crisp. While they bake, mix the seafood filling. Then spoon the creamy mixture into the baked cups and serve.
Ingredients
- Wonton wrappers
- Shrimp, cooked and chopped
- Crab meat
- Cream cheese
- Fresh dill
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- Pepper
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a muffin tin well. Press one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form a small shell.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the wonton cups are golden brown and crisp.
- In a bowl, mix the chopped shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Remove the baked wonton cups from the muffin tin and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Spoon the seafood mixture into each wonton cup.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
How to Serve Seafood Wonton Cups
Place the filled cups on a large serving plate or tray. Add a little extra fresh dill on top if you like.
These appetizers are nice for a holiday gathering, cocktail party, brunch, or seafood dinner. Serve them soon after filling the cups for the best crisp texture.
How to Store Seafood Wonton Cups
Store leftover seafood filling in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Keep the baked wonton cups in a separate airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Fill them just before serving so they do not become soft.
If the cups lose their crispness, warm them in a 350°F oven for 3 to 5 minutes before filling.
Tips to Make Seafood Wonton Cups
- Grease the muffin tin well so the cups come out easily.
- Do not overbake the wonton wrappers. Watch them closely near the end of baking.
- Soften the cream cheese before mixing for a smoother filling.
- Drain the crab meat well to keep the filling thick.
- Chop the shrimp into small pieces so each cup is easy to eat.
- Taste the filling before adding more salt, especially if your crab meat is already seasoned.
- Fill the cups shortly before serving to keep them crisp.
Variation
You can change this recipe in a few simple ways:
- Use only shrimp if you do not have crab meat.
- Add a small pinch of garlic powder or onion powder.
- Replace dill with chopped chives or parsley.
- Add a little hot sauce for a spicy filling.
- Top each cup with a small piece of shrimp or a thin slice of lemon for a pretty look.
FAQs
Can I make the wonton cups ahead of time?
Yes. Bake the wonton cups up to one day ahead and store them in an airtight container. Make the filling ahead too, but keep it in the refrigerator. Fill the cups shortly before serving.
Can I use imitation crab meat?
Yes. Imitation crab meat works well in this recipe. Chop it into small pieces before mixing it with the other filling ingredients.
Do I need to cook the shrimp first?
Yes. Use fully cooked shrimp for this recipe. Chop it after cooking and cooling it.
Can I serve these cold?
Yes. You can serve seafood wonton cups at room temperature or slightly chilled. They are also tasty when served warm.
How do I keep wonton cups from getting soggy?
Bake them until crisp, let them cool, and add the filling right before serving. Store the cups and filling separately if you prepare them ahead.
Seafood Wonton Cups
Ingredients
For the wonton cups
- 12 pieces Wonton wrappers Use round or square wonton wrappers.
For the seafood filling
- 1 cup Cooked shrimp, chopped Use fully cooked shrimp.
- 1 cup Crab meat Could use imitation crab meat.
- 8 ounces Cream cheese Soften before mixing.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped Can replace with chives or parsley.
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on seasoning of crab.
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a muffin tin well. Press one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup to form a small shell.
Baking
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the wonton cups are golden brown and crisp.
Mixing the Filling
- In a bowl, mix the chopped shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Filling the Cups
- Remove the baked wonton cups from the muffin tin and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Spoon the seafood mixture into each wonton cup.
Serving
- Place the filled cups on a large serving plate or tray and add a little extra fresh dill on top if desired.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.