Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls
Delicious soft rolls filled with a creamy blend of shrimp, cheese, and herbs, perfect for snacks or appetizers with a rich, savory flavor and flaky or soft dough options.
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 10 –14 oz cooked shrimp chopped
- 1 sheet puff pastry or crescent roll dough thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheese mozzarella, cheddar, or blend
- ½ cup cream cheese softened
- 2 –3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 –3 tbsp fresh parsley or chives chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: lemon zest or hot sauce for extra zing
Instructions
- Combine shrimp, shredded cheese, cream cheese, minced garlic, and herbs in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and mix evenly.
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll puff pastry or crescent dough on a clean surface; if using crescent dough, pinch seams together.
- Spread the shrimp and cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from one edge into a log shape.
- Cut the log into 8–10 equal slices and place them cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm with optional lemon juice or hot sauce.
Notes
- Use puff pastry for flakier texture or crescent dough for softer rolls.
- Mix mozzarella with pepper jack for added flavor.
- Serve with marinara, garlic butter, or ranch dip.
- Assemble in advance and refrigerate before baking.