Description
Delightful Shrimp & Crab Croissant Bomb Cups combine seafood with flaky croissant dough, perfect for gatherings and family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 can (8-count) refrigerated croissant dough or puff pastry sheets
- 1/2 cup lump crab meat (drained)
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled & chopped (reserve a few whole shrimp for topping)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Roll out the croissant dough and press each square into the muffin cups, forming a deep well.
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, crab meat, chopped shrimp, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, parsley, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spoon the mixture into each dough cup. Place a whole shrimp on top and brush the exposed dough with the egg wash.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Best served warm. Pairs well with lemon or cocktail sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American