What is in the Panda Express Ghirardelli Chocolate Rangoon?

The Panda Express Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Rangoon features a warm, molten cream cheese center blended with Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate chips and cocoa powder, encased in a crispy wonton wrapper, drizzled with chocolate sauce and dusted with powdered sugar.

Where are Panda Express Chocolate Rangoons available?

They are currently a limited-time test item in 10 select U.S. markets (including Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Dallas, Phoenix, and San Francisco) from November 10, 2026, through January 11, 2027.

Can I make chocolate rangoons in an air fryer?

Yes! Spray frozen rangoons generously with canola oil cooking spray on all sides. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 6 to 8 minutes until golden-brown and crispy, flipping once halfway through.

How do I prevent chocolate rangoons from bursting in oil?

Always press out any trapped air when folding the wonton corners, seal the seams firmly with water, and freeze the rangoons for 15 minutes before frying.

Can I use puff pastry instead of wonton wrappers?

Wonton wrappers give that signature light, shattering blistered crunch like Panda Express, whereas puff pastry will be flakier and heavier. For an authentic copycat, square wonton wrappers are highly recommended.

Panda Express Ghirardelli Chocolate Rangoon Recipe

Name: Panda Express Ghirardelli Chocolate Rangoon Recipe (Triple Chocolate Copycat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 23 min
Yield: 16 rangoons
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 16 square wonton wrappers (Twin Marquis or Dynasty brand); 6 oz (170g) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1/2 cup Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate chips (or mini chips); 2 tbsp Ghirardelli unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder; 3 tbsp powdered confectioners' sugar; 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract; 1 small bowl of water (for sealing wonton edges); Vegetable or canola oil (for deep frying, approx. 3 cups); Topping: 2 tbsp Ghirardelli Black Label chocolate sauce or dark chocolate fudge; Garnish: 1 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

Panda Express Ghirardelli Chocolate Rangoon Recipe (Triple Chocolate Copycat)

By Chef Emily Carter

• Published: Nov 10, 2026 • ★ 4.9 (280 ratings)

In a jaw-dropping collaboration that has sent American fast-casual food lovers into a frenzy, Panda Express has officially partnered with the historic GHIRARDELLI® Chocolate Company to drop its first-ever sweet dessert rangoon: the Triple Chocolate Rangoon! Inspired by their iconic savory cream cheese rangoon, this limited-edition dessert wraps a decadent filling of real Ghirardelli semi-sweet chocolate chips, cocoa powder, and rich cream cheese inside a blistered, golden-crispy wonton flower, drizzled with glossy dark chocolate sauce and dusted with powdered sugar. Because this holy-grail dessert is currently locked to just 10 select U.S. test markets, millions of fans are craving a homemade version. Here is how to make these warm, chocolate-oozing treats in just 20 minutes at home!

Why the Ghirardelli Chocolate Rangoon is Going Crazy Viral

Traditional American-Chinese wontons are savory, but the culinary contrast of hot, crunchy pastry and molten sweet cream cheese is pure confectionery brilliance:

The Ghirardelli Triple Chocolate Blend: Melding rich Ghirardelli cocoa powder, semi-sweet morsels, and chocolate drizzle yields intense cocoa depth without tasting overly sugary.
Tangy Cream Cheese Balance: Using full-fat Philadelphia cream cheese provides that signature velvety tang that balances rich melted chocolate.
Blistered Shattering Wonton Crust: Deep-frying or air-frying at high heat creates micro-blisters on the wonton wrapper, ensuring a shatteringly crisp exterior that yields to a warm molten center.

Chef's 3 Secrets for Restaurant-Quality Dessert Rangoons

Soften Cream Cheese Thoroughly: Always bring your cream cheese to room temperature before beating with powdered sugar and cocoa. Cold cream cheese results in lumps that can cause wrappers to tear.
The Four-Corner Flower Fold: Dab water along all 4 edges of the wonton skin. Place 1 tablespoon of chocolate filling in the center. Bring the two opposite corners together and pinch, then pull in the remaining two corners to form a four-pointed star. Press seams firmly to expel any trapped air pockets, which prevents bursting in the fryer.
Freeze for 15 Minutes Before Frying: A quick 15-minute chill in the freezer solidifies the filling just enough so the outer wonton wrapper crisps into golden perfection before the chocolate cheese filling gets hot enough to leak out.

Serving Suggestions & Dessert Pairings

Serve these warm rangoons immediately dusted with powdered sugar and extra chocolate drizzle. They taste incredible alongside our holiday coffeehouse drinks like the Starbucks Snowcap Marshmallow Mocha, a chilled glass of Iced Caramel Macchiato, or next to rich Fudgy Cocoa Brownies and chewy M&S Chocolate Cornflake Cookies!

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