Crispy Seafood Poppers: The Ultimate Party Appetizer! Recipe
These Crispy Seafood Poppers are the ultimate party appetizer, combining tender shrimp, crab meat, and creamy cheeses baked inside golden, crispy wonton cups. Perfectly bite-sized and bursting with savory flavors, they are easy to prepare ahead and sure to impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 poppers 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Wonton Cups
- 12 wonton wrappers
- Olive oil spray or melted butter (for crisping)
Seafood Filling
- 1/2 cup cooked shrimp (chopped)
- 1/2 cup cooked crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tbsp green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prep the Wonton Cups: Gently press each wonton wrapper into a greased mini muffin tin. Lightly spray with olive oil or brush with melted butter. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Make the Creamy Seafood Mix: In a bowl, combine chopped cooked shrimp, crab meat, shredded mozzarella, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, and garlic powder. Season the mixture well with salt and black pepper, mixing thoroughly to incorporate all ingredients.
- Stuff and Top the Cups: Spoon the creamy seafood filling evenly into each crispy wonton cup. Sprinkle a little more shredded mozzarella on top for added melty goodness.
- Bake to Melty Goodness: Return the filled wonton cups to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the tops are lightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve Hot: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- These poppers are best served warm for optimal flavor and texture.
- Feel free to customize the seafood mix with your favorite seafood options.
- Can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Keywords: seafood poppers, crispy appetizer, wonton cups, party appetizer, shrimp, crab, cheese appetizer
