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Creamy Pesto Shrimp Wonton Cups

Creamy Pesto Shrimp Wonton Cups make an easy yet impressive appetizers for parties and gatherings! The recipe makes 9 tasty shrimp wonton cups but feel free to double, triple, or quadruple the recipe as needed!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 144 kcal
Course: Appetizer

Ingredients

  • 24 large shrimp
  • 18 wonton wrappers
  • 1-2 tsp oil (olive, avocado, coconut)
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 oz cream cheese
  • 2 TBSP pesto
  • ⅓ cup chopped green onion (plus extra to garnish)
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • red pepper flakes and scallions to garnish

Instructions

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  1. If using frozen shrimp, defrost. If using tail-on or shell-on, remove both to prep the shrimp. Set aside.
  2. Pre-heat oven to 365 degrees F.
  3. Spritz or rub a standard muffin tray with oil. (I like to use a natural avocado oil  spray) and line each cup with two won-ton wrappers. After adding the first won-ton wrapper, place the second one on top so that the pointed corners do not cover each other and instead resemble a little sun pattern. For extra crunch you can also lightly spray the won-ton wrappers themselves with a little oil.
  4. Bake for 7-8 minutes until crispy.
  5. In a pan heated to medium-high heat with 1-2 tsp oil or butter, add your shrimp and sauté until almost fully opaque and cooked through, then add your garlic and sauté an additional 30-60 seconds until fragrant and tender. Transfer mixture to a cutting boards and chop into small pieces. Add cream cheese to a medium bowl and warm for 30 seconds in the microwave to soften, then add your shrimp, pesto, green onion, salt, and pepper. Mix well then spoon into crispy baked wonton cups.
  6. I like to serve them up right away but if you need to wait to serve, they can be placed back in the oven for a few minutes to warm them up before eating. Garnish with additional green onion or chives and optional red pepper flakes for a bit of a zing. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You're welcome to use medium or even small shrimp if you'd like - any size can easily be tucked into these creamy pesto wonton cups. Simply add more to make up for the size difference and you're good to go!
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 144kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 63mg (21%) Sodium 303mg (13%) Potassium 61mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 358IU (7%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 58mg (6%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 9servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 144

% Daily Value*

Calories 144kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 63mg 21%
Sodium 303mg 13%
Potassium 61mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 358IU 7%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 58mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.