Creamy Crab and Shrimp Puff Pastry Bites

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Puff Pastry Bit

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Puff Pastry BitesFlaky pastry wraps a warm seafood filling of crab, shrimp, cream cheese, and savory seasoning. They bake into golden little pockets with a creamy center and a delicate coastal aroma:

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 8 oz lump crab meat
• 8 oz cooked shrimp, chopped
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 green onions, finely sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

How to Make It:

1. Fold the Seafood Filling
   Incorporate the crab, chopped shrimp, cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, garlic, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix gently so the seafood stays tender while the filling becomes creamy.
2. Shape the Pastry Pieces
   Roll the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into even squares or rounds, keeping the pieces large enough to hold a generous spoonful of filling.
3. Fill and Seal
   Place the seafood mixture in the center of each pastry piece. Fold the pastry over, press the edges closed, and crimp with a fork for a neat sealed edge.
4. Bake Until Crisp
   Brush the tops with beaten egg and arrange the pastries on a lined baking sheet. Finish in a 400°F oven for 18 to 22 minutes, until puffed, golden, and crisp.
5. Add a Fresh Finish
   Let the pastries rest briefly so the creamy filling settles. Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition and Timing:
Prep Time: 15 min . Cook Time: 22 min . Total Time: 37 min . Servings: 8 pastries
Approx. 310 Calories

13g Protein per pastry

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