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Shrimp Cocktail Wreath

Elegant, festive, and downright delightful, this Shrimp Cocktail Wreath transforms simple shrimp into a showstopping holiday centerpiece.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 160 kcal

Equipment

  • Styrofoam Donut
  • Fancy Toothpicks
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb large shrimp boiled and chilled
  • 1 bunch kale washed and dried
  • 12 maraschino cherries
  • fancy toothpicks
  • 1 styrofoam donut as the wreath base

Cocktail Sauce

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/2 cup chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp horseradish adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Instructions
 

  • Cover the top of the styrofoam donut with kale leaves using toothpicks to secure.
  • Continue wrapping kale around the sides, ensuring full coverage of the foam base.
  • Secure chilled shrimp evenly along the top using new toothpicks.
  • Add maraschino cherries into gaps between shrimp, securing with toothpicks if necessary.
  • Mix cocktail sauce ingredients in a bowl and adjust flavors to taste.
  • Serve sauce in the center of the wreath, ideally chilled, and present on a tray.

Notes

  • For best results, prepare the wreath a day ahead and refrigerate.
  • Add the cherries and sauce just before serving to keep everything fresh and vibrant.
Keyword Christmas Eve Dinner Starters, Elegant Holiday Appetizers, Make Ahead Party Food, Seafood Christmas Appetizer, Shrimp Cocktail Wreath