Shrimp Squares
Crispy, golden puff pastry meets creamy, savory shrimp filling in this irresistible "Shrimp Squares" recipe. Perfect as an appetizer or an elegant party snack, these bite-sized delights are packed with tender, sautéed shrimp, tangy Parmesan, and seasoned cream cheese, all enhanced by a touch of lemon and the mild crunch of green onions. Key ingredients like buttery puff pastry and a hint of paprika offer a luxurious, flaky texture and a burst of flavor in every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, these shrimp squares are a crowd-pleasing masterpiece that pairs gourmet appeal with simple preparation. Serve them warm for an unforgettable treat that’s sure to steal the spotlight at any gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large egg, beaten
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Thaw the puff pastry sheets if they are frozen. On a lightly floured surface, roll each sheet to a 12x12-inch square. Cut each sheet into 3x3-inch squares, yielding 16 squares per sheet. Place the squares on the prepared baking sheets.
Brush the tops of the puff pastry squares lightly with the beaten egg to create a golden crust during baking. Use a fork to prick the centers of the squares to prevent them from puffing up too much.
In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and fully cooked, then chop the shrimp into small pieces.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, green onions, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the shrimp mixture onto the center of each puff pastry square, spreading it slightly to the edges but leaving a small border around each square.
Bake the shrimp squares in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the shrimp squares from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.0 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.9 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1440 mg | 480% | |
| Sodium | 3562 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 153.7 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 927 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1721 mg | 37% | |
*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.
