Shrimp Butter

Prep: 10 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Shrimp Butter is a creamy, flavorful spread combining tender canned shrimp with smooth cream cheese, butter, and a hint of lemon. Perfect for appetizers or seafood lovers, this dish offers a rich, tangy taste that pairs well with crackers, bread, or fresh vegetables, making it ideal for parties or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 4 1/2 oz. can shrimp
  • 3 oz. cream cheese
  • 1/2 stick butter
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 heaping Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp. chopped onion

Instructions

  1. Combine the can of shrimp, cream cheese, butter, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and chopped onion in a mixing bowl.
  2. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth and well blended.
  3. Serve immediately or chill before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

564 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.3g 13% DV
Total Fat 55.5g 71% DV
Carbs 11g 4% DV
Fiber 0.6g 2% DV
Sugar 2.6g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 471.8mg 21% DV
Potassium 118.5mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 129mg 43% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 89mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 0.4mg
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 42.8mg 3% DV
Iron 0.7mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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