SHRIMP SCAMPI CHEESECAKE APPETIZER

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Rich cheesecake with a seafood surprise. Decadent and smooth for adult tastes.

Provided by Betty L. Ince

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • 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 Facts : Calories 701 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 248 mg, Fat 56.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 26.7 g, Sodium 1075.1 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

Lesli Linton
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover. The shrimp scampi cheesecake appetizer is a unique and delicious dish that will impress your guests.


Irfan Fani
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I've never had shrimp scampi cheesecake before, but I'm definitely a fan now. This appetizer is amazing!


Abdalla Jaka
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This appetizer is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Habibullah Jonayeet
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this appetizer. The shrimp were cooked perfectly and the cheesecake filling was creamy and flavorful.


Chido Ahukanna
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This appetizer is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


danger patan
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I love the combination of shrimp and cream cheese in this appetizer. It's a perfect party food.


M Imran Bhutta
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The shrimp scampi cheesecake appetizer is a unique and delicious dish that I would highly recommend.


ice frimpong
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This appetizer is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends.


Patricia Clark
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Samuel Pecanek
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Sudais Kamal
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I've made this appetizer several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy filling and crispy crust are a perfect combination.


Abdoulie Papis Sanneh
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The shrimp scampi cheesecake appetizer was a bit too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it.


Just Sam
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion appetizer. It's easy to make and always impresses my guests.


mandy fisher
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I made this appetizer for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture.


Shahrukh Siddi
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This shrimp scampi cheesecake appetizer was a hit at my party! The combination of shrimp, cream cheese, and Parmesan cheese was divine, and the buttery cracker crust added a nice touch.