Crispy Seafood Cheese Poppers (Printable Format)
Delightful seafood poppers with shrimp, crab, cheese, and crispy wontons, ideal for gatherings or snacks.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Filling
01 -
1/2 cup cooked shrimp, finely chopped
02 -
1/2 cup cooked crab meat or imitation crab, chopped
03 -
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 -
2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
05 -
1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped
06 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
08 -
Black pepper, to taste
→ Crispy Shells
09 -
12 wonton wrappers
10 -
Olive oil spray or melted butter, for crisping
→ Garnish
11 -
Chopped parsley, for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
02 -
Press one wonton wrapper into each cavity of the prepared muffin tin. Spray with olive oil or lightly brush with melted butter.
03 -
Bake wonton shells for 7 to 8 minutes, until golden and crisp. Remove from oven and set aside.
04 -
Combine chopped shrimp, crab meat, shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, green onions, and garlic powder in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix thoroughly until creamy and well blended.
05 -
Spoon the creamy seafood mixture evenly into each pre-baked wonton cup. Top each cup with a little extra mozzarella cheese.
06 -
Return the filled cups to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, until the cheese is melted and tops are golden brown.
07 -
Remove from oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.
# Supplementary Details:
01 -
For easier filling, use a small spoon or piping bag. Serve immediately for optimal crispness.