Best 6 Shrimp Crescent Bites Recipes

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Shrimp crescent bites are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that are perfect for any occasion. Made with just a few simple ingredients, these delicious bites are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. The flaky crescent roll dough is filled with a creamy shrimp mixture and then baked until golden brown. Served with your favorite dipping sauce, shrimp crescent bites are the perfect finger food for any party or gathering. So if you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that is sure to impress, give shrimp crescent bites a try.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SHRIMP CRESCENTS



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Make and share this Shrimp Crescents recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Breads

Time 27m

Yield 16 crescents

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 cup finely chopped cooked shrimp
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon milk
2 (8 ounce) cans crescent rolls
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Combine shrimp, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and milk and mix well.
  • Spoon 2 T of mixture onto the middle of separated crescent rolls dough.
  • Roll up as directed on package and place on baking sheet.
  • Brush rolls with mixture of egg and water and bake at 375 deegrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.7, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 45, Sodium 233.1, Carbohydrate 15.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.3, Protein 5

SHRIMP CRESCENT APPETIZERS



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Make and share this Shrimp Crescent Appetizers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tweetyfan

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 17m

Yield 16 appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
16 small cooked shrimp
seafood cocktail sauce, to top each crescent

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350*.
  • Seperate crescent roll dough into 8 triangles. Cut each triangle in half. Place 1 cooked shrimp in center of each small triangle; top with cocktail sauce. Fold into crescent shape; moisten sides with water; crimp sides in a decorative pattern.
  • Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown and slightly puffed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.8, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 37.1, Sodium 111.8, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.6, Protein 4.6

SHRIMP BITES



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Living near the coast, I have a great advantage when it comes to getting seafood. This recipe is special and light and so easy to make! -Robert Logan, Clayton, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1 cup finely chopped cooked peeled shrimp
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 packages (1.9 ounces each) frozen miniature phyllo tart shells

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until blended. Add the parsley, onion, Worcestershire sauce and seafood seasoning; mix well. Stir in shrimp and mozzarella cheese., Spoon filling into tart shells. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 8-12 minutes or until shells are lightly browned. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EVERYTHING BAGEL CRESCENT BITES



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The whole family will love these savory crescent bites! They are super easy to make and are great on their own or as part of your next brunch. Feel free to try different varieties of cream cheese.

Provided by France C

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) package crescent dough sheet (such as Pillsbury®)
4 ounces garlic and herb cream cheese spread (such as Philadelphia®)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Unroll dough on a clean surface. Roll out dough, if necessary, into a 8x12-inch rectangle. Using a pizza cutter or knife, cut the dough into 6 rows by 4 rows to make 24 squares. Divide cream cheese amongst each square, placing approximately 3/4 teaspoon in the middle of each. Bring all 4 corners up over the cheese and pinch the corners together lightly; place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Whisk together egg and water and lightly brush over each crescent bite. Sprinkle with bagel seasoning.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool slightly before eating as filling will be hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 130.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

SHRIMP AND GRITS BITES



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Enjoy these shrimp and grits bites made using Progresso® chicken broth - perfect for appetizers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices thick-sliced bacon
3 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 1/4 cups uncooked quick-cooking grits
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, drained
4 medium green onions, chopped (1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook bacon until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble; set aside. Reserve drippings. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In 2-quart saucepan, heat broth to boiling over high heat. Gradually stir in grits and salt. Reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 5 to 7 minutes, stirring often, until grits are thickened. Stir in cheese and bacon. Spoon into pan. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
  • Heat oven to 450°F. Run spatula around edge of pan and under grits to loosen edges; turn upside down onto large cutting board. Using 1 3/4-inch round cutter, cut grits into 30 rounds. Place in single layer on large cookie sheet. Bake 20 minutes; turn cakes over. Bake 10 to 12 minutes longer or until crisp and browned.
  • Meanwhile, add shrimp and garlic to bacon drippings in skillet. Cook over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until shrimp are pink. Stir in tomatoes. Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute. Remove from heat; cover to keep warm.
  • Top each grits cake with 1 heaping teaspoon shrimp mixture; sprinkle with onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 2 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 250 mg

SHRIMP-CHEESE BITES



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Make these delectable little bites in large batches. You may find you can't wait for a party before sneaking them from the freezer to reheat and nibble!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 egg, beaten
2/3 cup chopped cooked shrimp
2 ounces farmer or chèvre (goat) cheese, crumbled
1 egg
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup half-and-half
2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 3/4 teaspoon dried basil leaves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Place flour in medium bowl. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until mixture is crumbly. Stir in 1 beaten egg until well mixed. Shape into a ball. Divide into 24 balls. Press 1 ball on bottom and up side of each of 24 ungreased small muffin cups, 1 1/4x1 inch.
  • Divide shrimp among cups. Sprinkle with cheese. Beat 1 egg and the egg yolk in small bowl. Stir in half-and-half and basil. Spoon about 1 tablespoon egg mixture into each cup.
  • Bake about 20 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from pans to wire rack. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh, uncooked shrimp. Frozen shrimp can be used, but it should be thawed and peeled before cooking.
  • Cook the shrimp properly. Shrimp should be cooked until they are pink and opaque, not translucent.
  • Use a variety of cheeses. This recipe calls for cream cheese and Parmesan cheese, but you can use any type of cheese that you like.
  • Add some spice. If you like spicy food, you can add some cayenne pepper or chili powder to the cream cheese mixture.
  • Serve immediately. Shrimp crescent bites are best served hot and fresh out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Shrimp crescent bites are a quick and easy appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with just a few simple ingredients, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them spicy or mild, cheesy or savory, there is a shrimp crescent bite recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy appetizer, give shrimp crescent bites a try.

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