Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls – Crispy, Savory & Easy Appetizer
These Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls are a crispy, golden seafood snack filled with a rich, creamy shrimp and cheese mixture. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or quick treat, these rolls deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
Air-fried or pan-fried until perfectly crisp, each bite combines tender shrimp, smooth cream cheese, and fresh chives wrapped in a crunchy shell. If you’re looking for an easy shrimp appetizer that feels special but is simple to make, this recipe is a must-try.
Why You’ll Love These Shrimp Cheese Rolls
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🍤 Creamy, flavorful shrimp filling
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🧀 Smooth, rich cream cheese in every bite
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🔥 Crispy outside, soft and savory inside
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⏱️ Quick and easy to prepare
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🎉 Perfect for parties, snacks, or appetizers
Ingredients
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7 oz shrimp, peeled and finely chopped
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7 oz cream cheese, softened
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2 chive stalks, chopped
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4 spring roll wrappers
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Oil for air frying or pan frying
How to Make Creamy Shrimp Cheese Rolls
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Prepare the filling
In a bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, softened cream cheese, chives, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended. -
Fill and roll
Lay out the spring roll wrappers. Spread the shrimp mixture evenly across each wrapper, then roll tightly, sealing the edges. -
Lightly oil
Brush or spray the rolls lightly with oil to help them crisp up during cooking. -
Cook until crispy
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Air Fryer: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, or until golden and crisp.
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Pan Fry: Fry in a little oil over medium heat, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown.
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Serve warm
Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce like sweet chili sauce, garlic mayo, or soy-based dips.
Tips for Best Results
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Make sure the shrimp is finely chopped so the filling cooks evenly
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Don’t overfill the wrappers to keep them from bursting
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Serve immediately for maximum crispiness
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Add a pinch of garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor
Storage
These rolls are best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven to bring back the crisp texture.
