Quick N Easy Seafood Tarts

Whip up a batch of delightful *Quick N Easy Seafood Tarts*—a fuss-free, gourmet-style appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. These tarts combine buttery, flaky puff pastry with a creamy, flavorful seafood filling made from tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and tangy cream cheese seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a hint of lemon juice. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. The tarts are partially baked to perfection before being filled, ensuring a crisp golden crust that complements the rich, cheesy filling. Garnished with fresh parsley and a dash of Parmesan, these seafood tarts are a show-stopping addition to your spread—delicious served warm and effortlessly impressive for both casual meals and special celebrations! Perfect SEO keywords: "quick seafood recipes," "easy seafood appetizers," "puff pastry tarts," "shrimp and crab recipes," "party appetizers."

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 sheets ready-made puff pastry sheets
• 200 grams cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 100 grams canned crab meat (drained)
• 120 grams cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter), cut out 12 circles of pastry. Place the circles on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

Score a smaller circle approximately 1/2 inch from the edges of each pastry circle to create a border. Be careful not to cut all the way through the pastry.

Step 4

Brush the edges of each pastry circle with the beaten egg to help them turn golden-brown during baking.

Step 5

Bake the pastry circles for 10 minutes in the preheated oven until they are puffed and lightly golden.

Step 6

While the pastry bakes, prepare the seafood filling. In a medium bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, Parmesan cheese, and parsley. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 7

Once the puff pastry is partially baked, remove it from the oven. Gently press down the center of each tart with a spoon to create an indentation for the filling.

Step 8

Spoon the seafood mixture generously into the center of each tart and spread it evenly within the borders.

Step 9

Return the tarts to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the filling is warmed through and the edges of the pastry are golden-brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	637.7 grams (637.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1602

Total Fat 112.60g	144%
Saturated Fat 46.60g	233%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 802mg	267%
Sodium 2043mg	89%
Total Carbohydrate 62.70g	23%
Dietary Fiber 3.00g	11%
Total Sugars 6.40g
Protein 91.30g	183%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1149mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.2%

Protein: 22.4%

Carbs: 15.4%