Golden Lobster Puff Pastry Cups

 

Ingredients:

2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed

1 ½ cups cooked lobster meat, chopped

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cloves garlic, minced

¼ cup finely chopped shallots

¼ cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Salt and black pepper to taste

1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin.

Roll out puff pastry sheets slightly and cut into small squares. Press each square gently into muffin tin cups to form pastry shells.

Brush edges with beaten egg for a golden finish.

Bake for 12–15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and gently press centers if needed to create space for filling. Let cool slightly.

In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté shallots for 2–3 minutes until soft.

Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Stir in chopped lobster, heavy cream, cream cheese, and Parmesan. Cook for 2–3 minutes until creamy and heated through.

Add lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine.

Spoon warm lobster mixture into baked pastry cups.

Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 12 pastry cups