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Crispy Seafood Poppers

Deliciously crunchy and creamy seafood poppers served in crispy wonton cups, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 poppers
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Wonton Cups
  • 12 units wonton wrappers Store in freezer until needed
  • Olive oil spray or melted butter For crisping the wonton cups
For the Seafood Filling
  • 1/2 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cooked crab meat or imitation crab
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Press each wonton wrapper gently into a lightly greased mini muffin tin, forming a shallow cup.
  3. Lightly spray or brush the wrappers with olive oil or melted butter.
Baking the Cups
  1. Bake the wonton wrappers for 7 to 8 minutes until golden and firm.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly while preparing the filling.
Preparing the Filling
  1. In a bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, mozzarella, cream cheese, green onions, and garlic powder.
  2. Season with salt and black pepper, then mix until smooth and evenly blended.
Filling and Final Baking
  1. Spoon the seafood mixture into each wonton cup, filling generously without overpacking.
  2. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, until the filling is hot and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
Finishing Touch
  1. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm while the cups retain their crisp texture.

Notes

Lightly brush the wonton edges with melted butter before the first bake for extra golden color. These poppers pair well with sweet mini muffins like banana bread for a potluck.