Description
Zesty crab stuffed cheddar bay biscuits highlight coastal cuisine with rich, buttery flavors. Lemon butter sauce and fresh seafood create an irresistible combination you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound lump crab meat, fully cooked
- 1 package Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Binding and Moisture Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise, plus more if needed
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Craft the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mixture following package guidelines, ensuring a smooth, consistent blend that will serve as the foundation for the stuffed delicacy.
- Heat the oven to 375F (190C) and generously coat two muffin trays with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Create the crab filling by gently folding lump crab meat with paprika, onion powder, mustard, mayonnaise, and crushed Ritz crackers, adjusting moisture with additional mayonnaise if the mixture seems dry.
- Dust hands with flour and carefully shape the biscuit dough into delicate cup-like vessels, creating a soft, malleable base for the crab stuffing.
- Nestle a generous spoonful of the prepared crab mixture into the center of each biscuit dough pocket, then carefully encase the filling by folding and sealing the edges to create a complete, enclosed parcel.
- Delicately position each stuffed biscuit into the prepared muffin tray, ensuring even spacing and consistent placement.
- Slide the muffin tray into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, watching for a rich, golden-brown exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- While baking, whisk together melted butter and fresh lemon juice in a small bowl, creating a bright, zesty finishing glaze.
- Immediately after removing from the oven, generously brush the warm biscuits with the lemon butter, allowing the glaze to seep into the golden crust.
- Serve these luxurious crab-stuffed biscuits piping hot, inviting guests to savor the harmonious blend of seafood and cheesy biscuit perfection.
Notes
- Ensure crab meat is fresh and well-drained to prevent soggy biscuits, gently patting with paper towels helps remove excess moisture.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute Ritz crackers with gluten-free breadcrumbs and use a gluten-free biscuit mix.
- Customize spice levels by adding cayenne pepper or Old Bay seasoning for extra kick, adjusting to personal heat preferences.
- Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for 5-7 minutes to maintain crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg