✨ Introduction
Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rolls are the ultimate rich and comforting seafood sandwiches packed with juicy shrimp, silky garlic butter cream sauce, melted cheese, and warm buttery rolls toasted to perfection. Every bite delivers tender shrimp, creamy savory flavor, and soft golden bread with irresistible garlic goodness. Cozy, indulgent, and deeply satisfying, these restaurant-style shrimp rolls are perfect for lunches, quick dinners, parties, or comforting seafood cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Shrimp Filling
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Rolls
• 6 crusty rolls or brioche buns
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp parsley
Optional Add-Ins
• Spinach
• Mushrooms
• Cajun seasoning
• Chili flakes
Optional Garnish
• Fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges
• Extra Parmesan cheese
• Garlic butter drizzle
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Rolls
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice rolls open and lightly toast if desired.
2️⃣ Cook the Shrimp
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic until fragrant, then add shrimp.
3️⃣ Season the Shrimp
Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook until pink and tender.
4️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
5️⃣ Fill the Rolls
Spoon creamy garlic butter shrimp mixture generously into each roll.
6️⃣ Brush with Garlic Butter
Mix melted butter with garlic powder and parsley, then brush over the rolls.
7️⃣ Bake Until Warm
Bake briefly until the rolls are warm and slightly crispy on the edges.
8️⃣ Garnish and Serve
Top with parsley, extra Parmesan cheese, lemon wedges, or chili flakes.
9️⃣ Serve and Enjoy
Serve hot for a creamy, buttery, and deeply satisfying seafood sandwich experience.
❓ FAQ
What shrimp works best?
Large shrimp chopped into pieces work beautifully.
Can I make them spicy?
Add Cajun seasoning or chili flakes.
What rolls work best?
Brioche or crusty bakery rolls are perfect.
Can I make them ahead?
Prepare the filling ahead and assemble before serving.
What sides pair well?
Fries, salad, or soup pair perfectly.
🦐 Final Thoughts
Creamy Garlic Butter Shrimp Rolls are the perfect indulgent seafood comfort sandwich packed with juicy shrimp, rich garlic cream sauce, melted cheese, and warm buttery bread. Creamy, savory, and deeply satisfying, they’re a homemade favorite full of cozy comforting flavor.
