CRANBERRY BRIE WONTONS

Cranberry Brie Wontons image

These wontons have the perfect balance between sweet and savory-your guests won't be able to stop popping them into their mouths!-Carolyn Cope, Boston, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 pound Brie cheese, rind removed
72 wonton wrappers
1 large egg, beaten
Oil for deep-fat frying

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, orange zest and nutmeg. Place 1 teaspoon cheese and 1 teaspoon cranberry mixture in the center of a wonton wrapper. Moisten edges with egg; fold opposite corners together over filling and press to seal. Repeat., In an electric skillet, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry wontons in batches for 30-60 seconds on each side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Serve desired amount immediately. Cool remaining wontons; transfer to freezer containers. Freeze for up to 1 month., To use frozen wontons: Place frozen wontons on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 88mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.