Description
Buttery Shrimp Stuffed Croissants are a delightful combination of flaky croissants filled with a creamy shrimp mixture, perfect for an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large croissants
- 8 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or Gruyère cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 large egg
- Additional fresh chives or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Add chopped shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until opaque and just pink, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheese, cooked shrimp with garlic, and chopped chives. Stir until fully incorporated and creamy.
- Using a sharp knife, carefully slice each croissant lengthwise, ensuring not to cut completely through. Open gently to form a pocket.
- Evenly distribute the shrimp filling among the croissants, stuffing generously into each pocket.
- Optional: Beat the egg and brush over the tops of the stuffed croissants for a glossy finish. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and croissants are golden.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with extra chives or parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute shrimp with other seafood if desired.
- For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the shrimp mixture.
- These can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg