Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball
Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball blends tender shrimp with rich, tangy cream cheese and a bold hit of Cajun spice for a creamy spread with a gentle kick. Toasted pecans add crunch while parsley brightens each bite, making it a standout for holiday gatherings or game-day snacking. Serve chilled with crackers or crisp vegetables for an irresistible starter.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 39 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 22
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 14
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 23
- Performance
- 27
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Stir in the garlic, onion, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the shrimp.
- 4
Cook the shrimp until they turn bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Drain and discard any excess grease.
- 6
Set aside.
- 7
Combine the cream cheese, liquid smoke, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
- 8
Stir in the shrimp and 1/2 cup of pecans, mixing until evenly combined.
- 9
Shape the mixture into a ball.
- 10
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until slightly firm, about 30 minutes.
- 11
Mix the parsley with the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans in a bowl.
- 12
Roll the cheese ball in the parsley mixture until fully coated.
- 13
Cover and refrigerate the cheese ball until completely firm, about 2 hours.
- Calories 327.96 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 10.63 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 6.97 g 3%
- Total Fat 28.51 g High 37%
- Saturated Fat 15.44 g High 77%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 115.11 mg High 38%
- Sodium 315.42 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 0.89 g Low Source 3%
- Total Sugars 1.22 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 71.33 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 1.1 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 69.78 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 132.41 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 6.64 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Shellfish 🦐
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball is a Cajun and Creole appetizer recipe made with 12 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 12, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Cajun Seasoning, Cayenne Pepper, and Chopped Pecans. Each serving provides about 327.96 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 12 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or snack.
- What is Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Cajun Seasoning, Cayenne Pepper, Chopped Pecans, Cream Cheese. The full list of 12 is above.
- What goes well with Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball?
- About 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 327.96 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 13 steps.
- Is Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball healthy?
- Cajun Shrimp and Cream Cheese Ball has an easyChef Pro health score of 32/100. Per serving, it provides 327.96 calories and 10.63 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 315.42 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 15.44 g (77% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Tree Nuts, Shellfish, Milk, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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