Ingredients
1 can (8-count) refrigerated croissant dough or puff pastry sheets
1/2 cup lump crab meat (drained)
1/2 pound shrimp peeled and chopped, with a few whole shrimp reserved for topping
4 ounces softened cream cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 minced garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon Old Bay or Cajun seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped parsley plus extra for garnish
1 egg for egg wash
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooking spray or butter for lightly greasing the muffin tin
Instructions
1-First: preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and lightly grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking. Prepare your workspace by unrolling the refrigerated croissant dough and pressing it into the muffin cups to form deep wells for the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, drained lump crab meat, peeled and chopped shrimp, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated parmesan cheese, minced garlic clove, chopped parsley, Old Bay or Cajun seasoning, and salt and black pepper to taste until everything is well mixed.
2-Next: spoon the seafood filling evenly into each dough cup, making sure not to overfill. Top each cup with a reserved whole shrimp for a nice presentation. Brush the exposed dough with the egg wash to help it brown beautifully. Bake the cups for 15 to 18 minutes until they turn golden brown and puffed up. Once done, remove from the oven, garnish with extra chopped parsley, and let them cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor. This seafood croissant cups method ensures a crispy exterior and creamy inside, perfect for busy parents or food enthusiasts.
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๐ฆ Use lump crab meat drained well to avoid soggy croissant cups.
๐ง Freshly mince garlic for a vibrant flavor boost.
๐ฅ Brushing dough with egg wash ensures a beautiful, glossy golden finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Protein: 14 g
