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Buttery Shrimp-Stuffed Croissants

These buttery shrimp-stuffed croissants combine flaky pastry, creamy cheese, and seasoned shrimp for a rich, savory dish that's perfect for lunch, a party snack, or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter for sautéing
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened use room temperature for easy mixing
  • 2 tbsp mayo can substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or gruyère can substitute with cheddar or fontina
  • 2 tbsp chives, finely chopped
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
For assembly
  • 4 large croissants slice open without cutting all the way through
  • 1 egg for egg wash (optional) for shiny crust
  • Extra chives or parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add shrimp, season with salt and pepper, and cook until shrimp turn just pink, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, mozzarella, cooked shrimp, and chives until even.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Carefully slice open croissants without cutting all the way through and spoon the shrimp mixture into each croissant.
  2. Brush croissants with beaten egg for egg wash if desired.
  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes until the croissants are golden brown and the filling is warm.
  4. Garnish with extra chives or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Do not overcook the shrimp; cook until just pink. Let the shrimp cool slightly before mixing with cream cheese to avoid making the filling runny. Warm the croissants slightly before stuffing if they are very cold.