Shrimp & Crab Croissant Bomb Cups

These Shrimp & Crab Croissant Bomb Cups are a perfect combo of crispy, creamy, and savory! You could also experiment with adding other ingredients like diced bell peppers, scallions, or a dash of hot sauce if you like a bit of heat.

Ingredients:

• 1 can (8 oz) of refrigerated croissant dough (or crescent roll dough)
• 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped into small pieces)
• 1/2 lb crab meat (preferably lump or claw meat, drained and flaked)
• 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or sharp cheddar)
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing on the croissants)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with non-stick spray or cupcake liners.
2. Prepare Croissant Cups:
   Unroll the croissant dough and separate the triangles. Press each triangle into a muffin cup, pressing the dough against the sides and bottom to form a cup shape. You should get about 8 cups from one can of dough.
3. Cook the Shrimp:
   In a medium skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes until pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
4. Make the Filling:
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
5. Add Crab and Shrimp:
   Gently fold the chopped shrimp and crab meat into the cream cheese mixture. Taste the filling and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Assemble the Cups:
   Spoon the shrimp and crab mixture into each croissant cup. Be generous with the filling, but don’t overfill to avoid spilling over while baking.
7. Bake:
   Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-18 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and crispy, and the filling is heated through.
8. Optional Butter Brush:
   For extra flavor, you can brush the edges of the croissant cups with melted butter halfway through baking for a golden, crispy finish.
9. Garnish and Serve:
   Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool slightly. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.
10. Serve:
    Serve warm, and enjoy these delicious, savory croissant bomb cups!