Air fryer wonton chips
by These air fryer wonton chips come together in just minutes with the simplest ingredients – wonton wrappers, oil, and salt. In about 5 minutes, you can have light, airy, and irresistibly crispy chips ready to enjoy.
Make them savory with sesame seeds or sweet with cinnamon and sugar for the perfect anytime snack. If you don’t have an air fryer, no worries – oven instructions are also included.
Pair these quick wonton strips with egg roll sauce for delicious flavor dunking. You can use my homemade gluten-free wonton wrappers or convenient store-bought ones – this recipe comes together in no time.
Wonton chip ingredients
Making wonton chips in air fryer only requires a few simple ingredients. Below are the essential components needed to make both savory and sweet variations. Having these air fryer wonton strips ingredients on hand is all you need to make a crispy and delicious wonton chip snack.
- Store bought or homemade gluten-free wonton wrappers: square shape and prefer yellow colored wrappers. The wrappers provide the base for the chips and yellow coloring results in a golden brown finish.
- Avocado oil, or light olive oil spray: The cooking spray oil helps the wrappers get crispy and brown evenly when cooking. They have a higher smoke point for high-heat cooking.
- Fine sea salt: The fine salt enhances flavor and provides a salty crunch to the chips while also sticking well to the wonton wrapper surface.
For savory wonton chip seasoning:
- Toasted black and white sesame seeds: The nutty sesame seeds add texture and rich, savory flavor.
For sweet cinnamon brown sugar wonton trips:
- Coconut brown sugar: The brown sugar caramelizes slightly when cooked, adding sweetness.
- Cinnamon powder: Cinnamon provides warmth and a sweet spice flavor to complement the brown sugar.
Substitutions and variations
- Different wrappers: If you aren’t sensitive to gluten, you can also use spring roll wrappers or egg roll wrappers that are made with wheat in Asian markets or grocery stores. Egg roll wrappers are thicker than spring roll wrappers so please adjust the cooking time accordingly. Both wraps are larger so slice them into 3-inch squares.
- Spices/seasonings: You can also season wonton wraps with garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, everything bagel seasoning, or chili powder. The possibilities are endless!
How to make wonton chips in air fryer
Making crispy wonton strips in the air fryer is quick and easy. With just wonton wraps, oil, and seasoning, you can have homemade chips in minutes. Below are simple steps for prepping them, including how long to air fry wonton wrappers. Follow these directions for perfectly crunchy wonton strips every time.
- Prepare the wonton wraps by cutting them into your desired shapes using a small sharp knife or a pizza cutter. You can make strips, triangles, twisted bow-ties, or rolled cigars. Refer to the section below for how to cut the wrappers into each unique shape.
- Lightly spray or brush both sides of the shaped wonton pieces generously with avocado oil, olive oil, or other neutral oil. This helps them get crispy and brown evenly. Then sprinkle lightly with coarse sea salt.
- For savory sesame wonton strips, sprinkle a bit of toasted sesame seeds onto both sides after salting. For sweet cinnamon-sugar wonton chips, sprinkle cinnamon sugar over both sides after salting. Spray the air fryer basket.
- To Air Fry:
- Homemade gluten-free wrappers – 380°F for 6 minutes
- Store-bought wrappers – 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes, check and flip after 2 minutes
- Rolled cigar shapes: Store-bought – 380°F for 6 minutes; Homemade – 380°F for 8 minutes
- To Bake:
- Homemade gluten-free wrappers – 425°F for 5-7 minutes
- Store-bought wrappers – 400°F for 5-6 minutes
- Immediately after removing from the oven or air fryer, toss the hot crispy wonton chips with another sprinkling of salt and either sesame seeds (for savory) or cinnamon sugar (for sweet). Cool them on a cooling rack.
How to cut wonton wrappers into chips
There are a few fun and easy ways to shape the wrappers into crispy chips. Below are 4 different styles you can make for variety and visual appeal:
- Wonton strips:
Take a piece of wonton wrapper and use a small pairing knife to make two evenly spaced vertical cuts from top to bottom so that you’ll have 3 equal width and length wonton strips.
- Triangle chips:
Take a piece of wonton wrapper and use a small pairing knife to make one diagonal cut from one corner to the opposite corner so that you’ll have two equal-sized right triangle shapes like tortilla chips.
- Twisted chips (bow-tie chips):
- Take a piece of wonton wrapper and make one vertical cut down the center to divide the wrapper into 2 equal rectangular strips.
- On one strip, make a small horizontal slit in the center. Take one end and thread it underneath through the slit.
- Gently pull the end through and straighten the twist, being careful not to tear it. This will create a bow tie or twisted strip.
- Rolled-up chips (cigar-style chips):
- Place a wonton wrapper with one pointy end toward you. Sprinkle a small amount of cinnamon sugar down the center.
- Loosely roll up the wrapper away from you, sealing the tipped end with a dab of water. Be careful not to wrap too tight.
- For best results, deep fry or air fry these – baking may cause the centers to not cook fully.
How to make-ahead and store
These air fried wonton strips store well so they can be made up to 1-2 days in advance. After cooking and cooling the chips completely, store them in a large airtight container (rather than a bag) and keep them in a cool, dark cupboard.
An airtight container will help keep the chips crisp and prevent them from getting crushed or soggy. Properly stored chips will keep fresh for up to 2 weeks after being made. Prepare a big batch ahead of time for quick snacking anytime!
For store-bought leftover, unused, wonton wrappers, wrap them tight in a saran wrap to maintain the moisture level then place them in a freezer-friendly bag. You can store them in the fridge for up to 1 month or freezer for 6 months. Defrost a night before in the fridge.
What to serve with air fry wonton wrappers
These air fried wonton chips pair well with a variety of dishes. With a batch of them on hand, you’ll be ready to quickly elevate many meals.
- Serve as a crispy topping: for Asian-inspired salads like chicken cabbage salad or keto shrimp salad to add crunch.
- Pair with your favorite dips: such as gluten-free hoisin sauce, egg roll dipping sauce (a sweet and sour sauce), wonton sauce (a savory dipping sauce), bang bang sauce, bacon aioli, or Thai peanut sauce for delicious flavor contrasts.
- Pair with sweets: Enjoy the sweet cinnamon wonton crisps with black sesame ice cream for a delectable dessert pairing.
What else can I use wonton skins for?
Wonton skins can also be used to make shrimp wontons, beef wontons, or wonton egg drop soup. Check out recipes for more wonton filling ideas and serve with my wonton sauce. See our 6 ways on how to fold wontons. The possibilities are endless!
Expert tips
- Use yellow wonton wrappers for golden color, if desired. Cut into fun shapes like strips, triangles, and bowties.
- Generously coat wonton pieces in oil in a single layer for even crisping.
- Adjust cooking time based on wrapper thickness. Homemade needs longer than store-bought.
- Season chips before and right after cooking for maximum flavor.
- Allow to fully cool before storing in a container to retain crispiness.
- Make 1-2 days ahead. Enjoy for up to 2 weeks after cooking.
- Get creative with seasonings and dip pairings.
- Cook in small batches to prevent uneven browning.
- Closely monitor timing – strips cook faster than rolled shapes.
- Watch color rather than time – remove when just turning golden.
FAQs
They are made from thin wonton wraps that are cut into shapes, fried or baked until crispy, and seasoned with salt, spices, or sweet mixes like cinnamon sugar.
Air fry wonton chips may lack crispiness if the air fryer is overcrowded, the temperature or time is incorrect, or there is not enough oil coating on the wrappers. For the crispiest chips, fry in batches at 350F, generously coat in oil, and adjust time-based on wrapper thickness.
You can use either white or yellow wonton wrappers. The color doesn’t affect taste, but yellow wrappers will provide a golden brown finish after frying or baking.
Yes, you can substitute egg roll wrappers. However, egg roll wrappers are thicker so adjust air fryer time accordingly. A better substitute is spring roll wrappers which are thinner like wonton skins. Cut larger wrappers into 3-inch squares before frying.
More crispy appetizer recipes you might like
After making these easy homemade wonton chips, try out a few more appetizer recipes that deliver crispy, delicious crunch texture and bold flavors. Here are more irresistible crispy appetizers perfect for game day, parties or anytime snacking.
- Baked kale chips (healthy baked kale chips that are low-carb and dairy-free)
- Rice paper egg rolls (light and crispy egg rolls loaded with vegetables)
- Rice paper dumplings (rice paper wrapped vegetable dumplings pan seared to crispy)
- Crisp rice sushi (crisp rice topped with smoked salmon and avocado. Great party food!)
Air fryer wonton chips recipe
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Ingredients
- 20 piece gluten-free wonton wrappers, or store bought, square shape and prefer yellow colored wrappers
- Avocado oil spray, or light olive oil
- Fine sea salt, to taste
Savory wonton chip seasoning:
- Sprinkle Toasted black and white sesame seeds
- Egg roll sauce
Sweet cinnamon brown sugar wonton chips:
- 1 tbsp coconut brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon powder
Instructions
To make wonton strips:
- Take a piece of wonton wrapper and use a small pairing knife to make two slices so that you’ll have 3 equal width and length wonton strips.
Triangle chips:
- Take a piece of wonton wrapper and use a small pairing knife to make one slice from one end of corner to the opposite so that you’ll have two equal sized triangles like tortilla chips.
Twisted chips (bow-tie chips):
- Take a piece of wonton wrapper and make one slice in the middle to divide the wrapper into 2 equal strips.
- Make a small slit in the center of one piece and take one end to fold underneath through the center slit and gently pull the end out. Carefully straighten the twist so to not break it apart.
Rolled-up chips (cigar-style chips):
- This style works best with either air fryer or deep fryer. It does not work well in the oven. Deep fry will have the best texture.
- Place a piece of wonton wrapper and with one pointy end toward you. Sprinkle and distribute a small amount of cinnamon brown sugar in the middle area of the wrapper. Loosely roll up the wrapper away from you and seal the tip end with a small amount of water.
- Please do not wrap the cigars too tight or the center will not be cooked through.
To season the chips:
- Spray the wonton strips with oil on both sides generously. You can also use a brush to help distribute the oil evenly, if needed, and lightly sprinkle salt on both sides.
- For savory, sprinkle the chips with a small amount of toasted black and white sesame seeds.
- For sweet, sprinkle the cinnamon brown sugar coating on both sides.
To cook the chips:
- Air fry: Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the wonton chips in the basket with some space between them. Air fryer at 380F for 6 minutes for homemade gluten free wonton wrappers. Or 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes (check and flip after 2 minutes) for store-bought wrappers.
- For cigar-style chips: Air fry at 380F for 6 minutes for store bought wrapper (add 2 more for homemade wrappers.)
- Bake: Place the wonton chips or strips on a large lined sheet pan with some space between them. Keep them flat. Bake at 425F for 5-7 minutes for homemade gluten-free wonton wraps, or 400F for 5-6 minutes for store-bought wonton wrappers.
To serve:
- Immediately after they are out of fryer, while still hot, sprinkle with a touch more salt and sesame seeds (savory version) or dust and toss with more cinnamon brown sugar (sweet version).
- The chips will remain crisp even after cooled down and they pair extremely well with my egg roll sauce. Highly recommend it!
To store:
- Allow the chips to cool to room temperature. The chips store well in a large airtight container and in a dark and cool cupboard for 2 weeks.
Notes
- Store-bought wonton wrappers are thinner than homemade therefore they cook much faster. Watch them carefully when you cook.
- You can use either white or yellow colored wonton wrappers. The color will not affect the taste. However, if you prefer a golden brown color, only the yellow colored wonton wrappers will achieve that.
- For the rolled-up cigarette version, please do not wrap it too tight otherwise the inside of the roll won’t cooked through. This style does not work well in the oven. I recommend either deep frying or air frying. Deep fry will have the best texture.
- This recipe is flexible. You can easily double or reduce the quantity to your liking.
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