Puff Pastry-Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp

Puff Pastry-Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp
85 min.
18
88kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests at your next gathering, look no further than these delightful Puff Pastry-Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp. Perfect as an antipasto, starter, or simply a tantalizing snack, this dish combines the succulent flavors of fresh jumbo shrimp with a creamy cheese filling, all wrapped in a crispy, flaky puff pastry. Each bite bursts with the rich taste of garlic and herb spreadable cheese, complemented by the savory notes of crumbled bacon and fresh parsley.

The best part? This visually stunning appetizer is surprisingly easy to prepare, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced cooks alike. With only 85 minutes in total, you can have a delectable treat that serves up to 18 people—ideal for parties, celebrations, or candle-lit dinners. The golden-brown pastries not only look appealing but also provide a satisfying crunch that pairs beautifully with the tender shrimp inside.

Whether you're hosting a festive holiday gathering or a casual get-together, these Puff Pastry-Wrapped Jumbo Shrimp are sure to be a hit. Your guests will be raving about this dish long after the last bite, so why not give it a try? Get ready to elevate your culinary game and indulge in a fantastic combination of flavors and textures that truly define gourmet snacking!

Ingredients

  • 5.2 ounces alouette garlic & herbs spreadable cheese softened
  • slices bacon crumbled cooked
  • tbsp parsley fresh finely chopped
  • pound shrimp fresh with tail left on, deveined and butterflied peeled
  • 0.5  puff pastry thawed pepperidge farm® (1 sheet)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 400°F
  2. Stir the cheese, parsley and bacon in a medium bowl. Spoon about 2 teaspoons cheese mixture down the center of each shrimp. Fold the sides of the shrimp over the filling.
  3. Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
  4. Cut the pastry sheet crosswise into 18 (1/2-inch wide) strips. Starting at the top, wind 1 pastry strip around 1 shrimp, slightly overlapping the pastry and ending just before the tail. Repeat with the remaining pastry strips and shrimp.
  5. Place the pastries onto a baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein20.72%
Fat61.04%
Carbs18.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.89
Glycemic Load
1.66
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.6539130042429%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.45mg
Myricetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.11kcal
4.41%
Fat:6.01g
9.25%
Saturated Fat:2.39g
14.97%
Carbohydrates:4.04g
1.35%
Net Carbohydrates:3.93g
1.43%
Sugar:0.05g
0.06%
Cholesterol:41.53mg
13.84%
Sodium:219.14mg
9.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.59g
9.18%
Selenium:9.56µg
13.65%
Phosphorus:69.14mg
6.91%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Vitamin K:4.63µg
4.41%
Vitamin B3:0.83mg
4.14%
Copper:0.05mg
2.74%
Folate:10.42µg
2.6%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.5%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.49%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.35%
Zinc:0.31mg
2.07%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.05%
Magnesium:7.01mg
1.75%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.49%
Calcium:14.68mg
1.47%
Iron:0.25mg
1.38%
Vitamin A:63.54IU
1.27%
Potassium:38.23mg
1.09%
Source:Epicurious