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Understanding the nuances of creating delightful appetizers can transform your gatherings. Mini Shrimp Alfredo Pastry Cups combine flaky puff pastry with succulent shrimp in a creamy Alfredo sauce—perfect for any occasion. This dish balances rich flavors and textures, making it an impressive yet simple dish to prepare. Whether you’re hosting a fancy dinner party or enjoying a casual get-together with friends, these little pastry cups will surely delight your guests.
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Mini Shrimp Alfredo Pastry Cups Recipe

These Mini Shrimp Alfredo Pastry Cups are a delightful appetizer featuring creamy shrimp Alfredo nestled in flaky pastry cups. Perfect for parties or gatherings.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Alfredo, appetizer, mini cups, party food, pastry, shrimp
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 package puff pastry sheets
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
  • cooking spray or additional butter for greasing

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  • Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets and cut into 3x3 inch squares.
  • Place each square into the muffin tin to form cups.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  • In a skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add shrimp, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes; cook until shrimp are pink.
  • Pour in heavy cream and simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  • Combine cooked shrimp with the Alfredo sauce.
  • Fill each pastry cup with the shrimp Alfredo mixture.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.