Description
Flaky, buttery croissants stuffed with succulent shrimp and seasoned to perfection. These croissants make a perfect appetizer, brunch treat, or party snack. Serve warm for maximum flakiness and flavor, with optional dipping sauces for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for 6–8 croissants):
For the Croissants:
1 package (8–10 pieces) store-bought croissant dough
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
For the Shrimp Filling:
12–16 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons cream cheese or ricotta (optional, for creaminess)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Optional Dipping Sauce:
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon hot sauce
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare Shrimp Filling
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Sauté garlic until fragrant, ~30 seconds.
Add chopped shrimp, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until shrimp turn pink, 2–3 minutes.
Remove from heat, stir in cream cheese (if using) and parsley. Let cool slightly.
Step 2: Assemble Croissants
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unroll croissant dough. Place a spoonful of shrimp mixture on the wider end of each triangle.
Roll dough over the shrimp, tucking ends underneath.
Brush tops with melted butter.
Step 3: Bake
Bake 12–15 minutes, until croissants are golden brown and flaky.
Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Step 4: Optional Dipping Sauce
Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, and hot sauce in a small bowl. Serve alongside warm croissants.
Notes
Mini Version: Use small croissant dough for bite-sized appetizers.
Make Ahead: Assemble croissants and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking.
Healthy Option: Use whole-wheat croissant dough and skip cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Brunch
- Method: Baked / Stuffed
- Cuisine: American / Fusion