Description
Golden crab crunchies transform sweet crab meat into addictive bites, perfect for parties or weeknight dinners. This quick and easy recipe uses cream cheese as a creamy binder, with crispy breading and tangy Dijon mustard for balanced flavor.
Ingredients
Crab Meat 1 cup
Cream Cheese 4 oz
Mayonnaise 1 tbsp
Dijon Mustard 1 tbsp
Lemon Juice 1 tbsp
Green Onions 2 tbsp
Garlic Powder 1 tsp
Salt 1 tsp
Pepper 1/2 tsp
Breadcrumbs 1 cup
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
Fold in crab meat gently to coat without overmixing.
Spoon or pipe mixture into 12-16 bite-sized mounds on the baking sheet.
Evenly coat each mound with breadcrumbs, gently pressing to adhere.
Bake for 10 minutes or until golden and crispy. Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
Use fresh crab for highest quality; canned crab works well when budget-conscious.
For gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free breadcrumbs.
Serve as appetizers or add to lettuce wraps for a main dish.
Fresh minced garlic (1 clove) can replace garlic powder for stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 54
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg