Cream Cheese Rangoons (Panda Express Copycat) Recipe
Cream Cheese Rangoons are crispy, golden fried wontons filled with a creamy mixture of cream cheese and fresh green onions. This Panda Express copycat recipe delivers the perfect appetizer or snack with a delightful combination of crunchy texture and smooth, flavorful filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 30-40 rangoons 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American-Chinese
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Wrappers and Frying
- 30–40 wonton wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the finely chopped green onions. Mix thoroughly until smooth and evenly combined.
- Fill the Wrappers: Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into the center of the wrapper. Be careful not to overfill.
- Seal the Wontons: Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water using your finger. Fold the wrapper to form a triangle or a traditional rangoon shape, pressing firmly to seal all edges and prevent leakage during frying.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep pan or wok, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). The oil should be enough to fully submerge the rangoons for even cooking.
- Fry the Rangoons: Carefully lower a batch of rangoons into the hot oil, frying them for about 2-3 minutes until they puff up and turn golden brown. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Drain and Serve: Use a slotted spoon to remove the rangoons from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve immediately while hot and crispy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to easily mix with the green onions and fill the wrappers smoothly.
- Do not overfill the wonton wrappers to prevent them from bursting during frying.
- Seal the edges tightly using water to prevent oil from seeping inside during frying.
- The oil temperature should stay consistent at 350°F for best frying results.
- Leftover rangoons can be refrigerated and reheated in an oven or air fryer for crispiness.
Keywords: Cream Cheese Rangoons, Panda Express Rangoons, Wonton Appetizer, Fried Cream Cheese Wontons, Easy Appetizer Recipe
