Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls
Delightful soft rolls filled with creamy cheese and savory shrimp. Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or cozy meal with flaky or soft dough options.
Equipment
- 1 oven preheated to 375 °F
- 1 baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- 1 mixing bowl for filling
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
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, shredded cheese, softened cream cheese, minced garlic, and chopped herbs. Season with salt and pepper and mix evenly.
- Preheat the oven to 375 °F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry or crescent dough on a clean surface. If using crescent dough, pinch seams to seal.
- Spread the shrimp and cheese filling evenly over the dough.
- Roll the dough tightly from one edge into a log.
- Slice the log into 8 to 10 equal pieces and place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until rolls are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Let the rolls cool slightly before serving warm, optionally drizzling with lemon juice or hot sauce.
Notes
- Puff pastry gives flaky layers; crescent dough yields softer rolls.
- Mix mozzarella and pepper jack cheese for extra flavor.
- Serve with marinara, garlic butter, or ranch dip.
- Assemble in advance and refrigerate until baking.