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How to Make Shrimp Scampi Cheesecake Appetizer - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a unique and elegant appetizer to impress your guests at your next dinner party? Look no further than this delectable Shrimp Scampi Cheesecake Appetizer. This dish combines the flavors of a classic shrimp scampi with the rich and creamy texture of a savory cheesecake, creating a one-of-a-kind appetizer that will leave your guests raving.

This recipe takes the flavors of traditional shrimp scampi and transforms them into a visually stunning and delicious appetizer that will...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 6 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 pound fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 12 shells puff pastry, baked
  • 4 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 16 ounces smoked Gouda, grated
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 45 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-low heat, warm oil and saute onions and garlic until onions are translucent; set aside to cool. When cool, pour off liquid reserving garlic.
  • Cut shrimp into 1/2 inch pieces, reserving 12 uncut for garnish. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter and add reserved garlic and all shrimp; cook shrimp for 2 to 4 minutes or until done.
  • Remove center circle and a small portion of inside of cooled puff pastry shells.
  • In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese until creamy; add one egg at a time and beat until well mixed. Add cream, Gouda, onions, shrimp and salt.
  • Spoon filling into puff pastry shells.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until filling is browned on top. Garnish with whole shrimp and chopped chives; serve.

    • Nutrition

    701 cal.

    • Total Fat: 56g
    • Saturated Fat: 27g
    • Cholesterol: 248mg
    • Sodium: 1075mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 354mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 257mg

    Categories

    Appetizer recipes
    Shrimp recipes
    Scampi recipes
    Cheesecake recipes