Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Crab Crescent Bites featuring a creamy crab filling wrapped in flaky crescent roll dough and baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a savory appetizer or party snack that combines cream cheese, crab meat, and a hint of Dijon mustard for a flavorful bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
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Crescent Dough
- 1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
Crab Filling
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup cooked crab meat (or imitation crab), chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Topping (optional)
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the crab mixture: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, fresh parsley (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Roll out the crescent dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean flat surface. Separate the dough into individual triangles along the perforated lines.
- Fill the crescent dough: Spoon a generous amount of the crab mixture onto the wider end of each crescent triangle. Carefully roll up the dough around the filling by starting at the wide end, ensuring the filling is enclosed, and place each rolled crescent onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Optional cheese topping: If desired, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of each crescent bite to add extra flavor and a golden color when baked.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is puffed up and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the crab crescent bites from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Use real crab meat for a more authentic flavor or imitation crab as a budget-friendly alternative.
- Fresh parsley adds a nice fresh note but can be omitted if unavailable.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the crab filling.
- Make sure cream cheese is softened to mix easily without lumps.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes.
- To prep ahead, assemble the bites and refrigerate them before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
