Ingredients
– 4 large croissants for stuffing
– ½ pound peeled, deveined, and chopped shrimp for flavor and protein
– 1 tablespoon butter for sautéing to add richness and moisture
– 1 minced garlic clove for enhancing the shrimp
– 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives for a fresh, herbal note in the filling
– ¼ cup softened cream cheese for creaminess and binding
– 2 tablespoons mayonnaise for smooth texture in the filling
– ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Gruyère cheese for melting into the filling
– Salt and pepper to taste for seasoning
– 1 egg for optional egg wash to achieve a golden finish when baking
– Additional chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
1-: First, start by sautéing the shrimp in melted butter over medium heat with the minced garlic, cooking just until pink, about 2-3 minutes.
2-: Next, in a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shrimp with softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheese, chopped chives, salt, and pepper until you get a creamy mixture.
3-: Then, slice the croissants lengthwise without cutting through, creating a pocket for the filling.
4-: Generously stuff each croissant with the shrimp mixture to make every bite delicious.
5-: Place them on a parchment-lined baking tray, and if you want a shiny finish, brush with the optional egg wash.
6-: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and the cheese melts perfectly.
7-: For added freshness, garnish with extra chives or parsley before serving warm.
Last Step:
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🦐 Avoid overcooking shrimp – they should be just pink and tender for the best texture in the filling
🥐 Use softened cream cheese at room temperature for a smooth, creamy mixture that spreads easily
🔥 Bake just until golden to maintain the croissant’s crispness while ensuring the cheese melts perfectly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American-French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 340
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 135