Wonton wrappers, stuffed with corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese baked in a mini muffin pan. These Reuben Wonton Purses are perfect Reuben appetizers!
These Reuben Wonton Purses my just be the best St. Patrick’s Day appetizer … well ever. Little wonton purses — you might even call them “pots of gold” — stuffed with Reuben goodness and baked in mini muffin tins.
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Frank’s Kraut is the mastermind behind “REUBEN MADNESS.” Reuben madness is to honor the deliciousness that is the Reuben Sandwich and all things Reuben. National Reuben Day is March 14th. The sandwich is celebrated by Frank’s Kraut and by myself and others the whole month through.
Reubenize Your Wontons
Reuben Madness leads you to believing you can put a reuben spin on any dish. And I mean anything. Because if you can make reuben wontons then what can’t you reubenize?
The Reuben Sandwich:
The Reuben Sandwich was created right here in my hometown of Omaha, Nebraska. Corned beef, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing, and rye bread make up this now iconic sandwich. I have loads of Reuben Recipes right here on my blog, and Frank’s has tons more on their website.
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Wonton wrappers don’t come in rye form, that I am aware of, so we are missing that one small component. But for what I am lacking in rye, I make up for with more cheese. I added cream cheese to give these little tasty bundles something extra. Something special. As an afterthought, I could have added some rye bread crumbs to get that flavor. Maybe I’ll try that next time.
I tried these two different ways. I baked one group of them and left the tops open. We didn’t like them nearly as much. The edges weren’t the same, and the presentation just wasn’t what I wanted.
The Rye Seed Workaround
Ok, like I mentioned, the rye component in lacking. But there is a way to bring it in, even though it isn’t necessarily rye. You just have to find caraway seed cheese or add a couple caraway seeds in if you have some in the pantry. Caraway seeds are often used to season rye breads too so it won’t be out of place.
Caraway seeds are also safe for people that have celiac disease.
Ingredients in Reuben Wonton Purses:
- corned beef
- Frank’s Kraut
- wonton wrappers
- Swiss cheese
- cream cheese
- Thousand Island dressing
- scallions
- caraway seed (optional)
Shredded Swiss cheese, cream cheese, Thousand Island Dressing, Frank’s Kraut, Corned beef, scallions and caraway (not pictured). You can find the Wonton wrappers in the produce section of your grocery store.
I made extra corned beef, so I used the leftovers to make these. Deli corned beef works great, too!
Mix all of the ingredients together, and use a cookie scoop to add a ball of filling to each wonton wrapper.
Don’t skip this step. I tried it both ways, and you will be much happier with the outcome if you take a pastry brush and wet the edges of each wonton wrapper before pushing into the muffin tin.
Be gentle when you press them into the mini muffin tin. You don’t want to break a hole in the bottom. Fill each up with one scoop of filling.
Now slightly dampen your fingers with some water. Pinch the edge together and give them a little twist. Give them a light spray of non-stick cooking spray before baking them. This recipe makes 2 dozen wonton cups.
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Who’s ready to make some Reuben Wonton Purses? 
Reuben Wonton Purses
Wonton wrappers, stuffed with corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese baked in a mini muffin pan. These Reuben Wonton Purses are perfect Reuben appetizers!
Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 1/2 pound corned beef, chopped finely
- 1/2 cup Frank's Kraut, drained and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 Tablespoons Thousand Island dressing
- 2 (tops only)green onions, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon caraway seeds, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Using a pastry brush, brush water around the outside edges of each wonton wrapper and gently press into mini muffin tins.
- Mix together:cream cheese, Swiss cheese, kraut, corned beef, Thousand Island dressing, onions and caraway seeds.
- Using a cookie scoop, add one ball of filling to each wonton wrapper. With fingers dampened in water, pinch together the tops and give a slight twist to seal.
- Lightly spray the tops with non-stick cooking spray.
- Bake for about 15 minutes, or until tops are golden brown.
Notes
If you make them ahead, be sure to keep them in the refrigerator. Take out about 30 minutes prior to baking to take the chill off before baking.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
24Serving Size:
2Amount Per Serving: Calories: 89Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 239mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 4g
Nutrition isn't always accurate.
If you make this recipe, I’d love to know! Snap a picture, share the photo on social media with the hashtag #AnAffairFromTheHeart – I’d love to see what you made! – Michaela
Andrea Metlika says
This is such a fabulous appetizer. I love Reubens.
Emily says
I’ve never tried Frank’s Kraut, but now I’m very curious about it. Hope I win the basket!
Noel Lizotte says
Such a fun appetizer for St Pat’s meals! I’m sure this would be one of the “empty plates” left at the end of they party. I love Reuben sandwiches. These bite sized portions are great.
Kacie Morgan says
I’ve never made by own wontons before and I’m really surprised at how easy it looks. I bet the cream cheese tastes great with them.
Sharon says
This is such a great appetizer recipe that’s great for St. Patrick’s Day or for when I need my reuben fix.
Sonila says
These wontons look amazing!!! Adding to my list of foods I want to try and cook myself. Thank you for the recipe and the instructions looks so easy to follow.
Hope Hill says
My favorite way to eat kraut is on a sausage or hot dog on a bun!
laura mccubbin says
Rueben sandwich, though I don’t like thousand island dressing, I use a combination of mayo/mustard on mine.
Eva Dankers says
We can’t be friends if you don’t like Sauerkraut 🙂 🙂
Meeta says
This is such an awesome idea for a wanton. It’s like combining all of the faves in one. Also love that you used the mini muffin form to keep them in shape.
sue | the view from great island says
I love love love this, mash-up recipes are always such fun. I’m going to buy corned beef and kraut today!
Tawnie Kroll says
How fun are these?! Perfect for this weekend!
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen says
What an awesome idea for an appetiser! Perfect for Paddy’s Day, they look so tasty, can’t wait to try them!
Veena Azmanov says
These are so cute little pockets and perfect for a party. Love all the ingredients used in making these wonton purses.
Penny Buxton says
I can’t really say I have a favorite way to eat Frank’s Kraut or any other sauerkraut to be honest because I’m not sure I’ve ever had any but I would love to try it!
Tracey A says
With Pork chops! Yummy!
Deb says
I just love all of your kraut recipes! Hope I win the gift package, fingers crossed!!
Annette says
I’ve never tried Frank’s Kraut, but I’m looking forward to eating it with hot dogs and kielbasa.
Kelly D says
I like to eat it as a side to a dish, such as a sandwich.
cyndi br says
We love to eat it with pork or on a hot dog
Ashton Christie says
YUM I love Reuben sandwich & casseroles, these will be another cool way to eat them!! Thanks for sharing this will be making these soon!
Tim says
I eat it almost exclusively as a condiment on buirgers and hot dogs. If we have ever incorporated it into a recipe, I wasn’t aware. I don’t ask what I am eating, I just eat it!!
bn100 says
on hot dogs
Celeste Herrin says
I love to cut up kielbasa sausage and cook it in the kraut!
Mya Murphy says
I love me some Reubens, but never would’ve thought about making wontons.. I add kraut to mainly sausage and hotdog meals.
Cassandra D says
In a coleslaw recipe.
Jenny Ham says
Love Frank’s on Polish Sausage
Rose Prince says
You mentioned the missing rye bread…But how about adding a few rye seeds on the bottom of the wontons just before spooning in the filling? Might be worth a try! I think I’ll try this, when I make them. They sound delicious. Unless you’ve already try this and didn’t like it?
Michaela Kenkel says
I haven’t!! That’s a great idea!!
Julie Menghini says
What an amazing easy idea! This will come in perfect for summer entertaining or tailgating!
Jennifer Stewart says
Reuben’s are the best. Awesome idea for any time.
Brandi Burgess says
Best Reuben idea EVER!!! These are amazing!
michele says
I had to pop over and tell you how much my husband LOVES these… He saw the recipe on a printout and ended up making them for poker night and Ive been fielding calls from everyone wanting the recipe! EVery person who had them LOVED them!
Michaela Kenkel says
That makes me so happy! Thank you for sharing!!
Tina K says
I love making these for St Patrick’s Day. Friends and family look forward to them. I may have to start making them for other occasions as well.
Michaela Kenkel says
Anytime is a good time for a Reuben wonton purse! 😉 So happy that you like them!