Easy Seafood Appetizers
Easy Seafood Appetizers are quick, flavorful party bites made with shrimp, crab, creamy cheese, and savory seasonings served on crackers, toasted bread, or crisp vegetables. These simple seafood appetizers are perfect for holidays, dinner parties, game days, or casual gatherings and can be served warm or cold for effortless entertaining.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: No-Cook, Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1 cup crab meat
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup cocktail sauce, for serving
- Crackers or toasted bread slices
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood by draining and chopping the shrimp and crab meat into bite-sized pieces if needed.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the shrimp and crab meat, being careful not to break up the seafood too much.
- Spread the seafood mixture onto crackers, toasted baguette slices, or cucumber rounds.
- For warm appetizers, arrange them on a baking sheet and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with cocktail sauce or lemon wedges on the side.
- Serve immediately while fresh and flavorful.
Notes
Softened cream cheese blends more easily for a smooth texture.Use fresh seafood when possible for the best flavor.Mini phyllo shells make an elegant presentation for parties.Add hot sauce or cayenne pepper for spicy seafood appetizers.These appetizers can be prepared ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/easy-seafood-appetizers/
