🦐 Shrimp & Crackers with Pepper Jelly 🍪
A Flavorful, Easy Appetizer for Any Occasion
Looking for a delicious, easy-to-make appetizer? These 🦐 Shrimp & Crackers with Pepper Jelly 🍪 are the perfect combination of creamy, spicy, and savory flavors. A great option for any gathering, these bites are packed with flavor and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!.
Ingredients 🦐🍤🍪🧀🍯
For the Shrimp:
- 🦐 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 🧈 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- 🧄 1 tsp garlic powder
- 🌶️ 1 tsp paprika
- 🌶️🔥 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
- 🧂 1 tsp salt
- ⚫ 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
- 🥣 1/4 cup chicken broth (or water)
For Assembly:
- 🍪 Seasoned crackers (such as butter or herb crackers)
- 🧀 Cream cheese (softened for easy spreading)
- 🍯 Pepper jelly (mild or spicy, your choice)
Instructions 🕰️🍲
Step 1: Prepare the Shrimp in the Slow Cooker
- Place the shrimp 🦐 in the slow cooker.
- Drizzle with melted butter 🧈.
- Sprinkle garlic powder 🧄, paprika 🌶️, cayenne pepper 🔥 (if using), salt 🧂, and black pepper ⚫ over the shrimp.
- Add lemon juice 🍋 and chicken broth 🥣.
- Cover and cook on low for 1–1.5 hours or until shrimp is cooked through (pink and opaque). Be careful not to overcook!
Step 2: Prepare the Crackers
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese 🧀 on each cracker 🍪.
- Top with a small dollop of pepper jelly 🍯.
Step 3: Assemble
- Once the shrimp 🦐 is ready, let it cool slightly.
- Place one cooked shrimp on top of each cracker 🍪 with cream cheese and jelly.
Step 4: Serve and Enjoy 🎉
- Arrange the crackers on a platter and serve as a delicious appetizer or snack!
✨ Enjoy Your Tasty Shrimp & Crackers! 🦐🍪
These shrimp bites are full of flavor and make the perfect snack or appetizer for any occasion. Whether you choose mild or spicy pepper jelly, your guests are sure to love them!