Shrimp Cream Cheese Appetizers
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Shrimp Cream Cheese Appetizers, a perfect blend of creamy, zesty, and savory flavors! This quick and easy recipe pairs silky cream cheese infused with hints of lemon, garlic, and paprika with tender, succulent shrimp, creating an elegant bite-sized treat. Topped with fresh green onions and dill for a burst of color and flavor, these appetizers are served on crispy crackers or toasted baguette slices for the perfect crunch in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this elegant hors d'oeuvre is ideal for parties, holidays, or any gathering where you want to impress. Whether you're hosting or simply craving a refined snack, these shrimp delights are sure to win over any crowd!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 16 medium shrimp cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 16 pieces crackers or toasted baguette slices
- 4 sprigs fresh dill, for garnish
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Finely chop one green onion stalk and fold it into the cream cheese mixture for added flavor and texture.
Spread a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture evenly onto each cracker or toasted baguette slice.
Place one cooked shrimp on top of the cream cheese layer for each piece.
Finely slice the remaining green onion stalk and sprinkle a few pieces over the shrimp for garnish.
Add a small sprig of fresh dill to each appetizer for a pop of color and freshness.
Arrange the appetizers on a serving platter and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.2 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 720 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 4851 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.2 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 105.2 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1469 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
