Nerdmom'S Shrimp Puffs Recipe

Name: Nerdmom'S Shrimp Puffs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CREAM PUFF or PATE A CHOUX; 1 cup water; 6 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup bread flour; 4 large eggs, plus; 2 egg whites (eggs should equal 1 cup); FILLING; 1 lb baby shrimp, chopped; 1/2 cup celery, chopped very fine; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 tablespoons grated onions; 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 3 -10 drops hot sauce, to taste

Servings: persons

CREAM PUFF or PATE A CHOUX
1 cup water
6 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup bread flour
4 large eggs, plus
2 egg whites (eggs should equal 1 cup)
FILLING
1 lb baby shrimp, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped very fine
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons grated onions
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3 -10 drops hot sauce, to taste

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PUFF or PATE A CHOUX:
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Prepare 2 sheet pans with parchment.
3
Boil water, butter, sugar and salt. While coming to a boil, prepare eggs.
4
Add flour and remove from heat. Work mixture together and return to heat.
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Continue working the mixture until all flour is incorporated and dough forms a ball.
6
Transfer mixture into bowl of a standing mixer and let cool for 3 or 4 minutes.
7
With mixer on stir or lowest speed add eggs, 1 at a time, making sure the first egg is completely incorporated before continuing.
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Once all eggs have been added and the mixture is smooth, put dough into piping bag fitted with a round tip.
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Pipe immediately into golfball-size shapes, 2 inches apart onto parchment lined sheet pans.
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Cook for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
11
Once they are removed from the oven pierce each puff with a paring knife immediately to release steam.
12
SHRIMP FILLING:
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In large bowl, combine all ingredients except hot sauce and mix until well incorporated. Add hot sauce to taste. Chill. Fill piping bag and fill Pate a Choux puffs accordingly.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CREAM PUFF or PATE A CHOUX, 1 cup water, 6 tablespoons butter, 1 tablespoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Nerdmom'S Shrimp Puffs falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Nerdmom'S Shrimp Puffs

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