Crab Crescent Bites Delight
Crab Crescent Bites Delight is a savory and buttery appetizer that’s perfect for parties, brunches, or as an elegant snack. Flaky crescent roll dough is filled with a creamy crab mixture and baked until golden and bubbly. The combination of rich crab, soft cream cheese, and herbs makes each bite irresistibly satisfying. These bites are easy to assemble and sure to impress guests with both flavor and presentation.
Ingredients
1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough
1 cup lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 green onion, finely chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning or seafood seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish if desired)
Juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onion, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, parsley, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well blended. Fold in the crab meat gently to avoid breaking it apart too much.
Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Spoon a heaping teaspoon of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each triangle and roll it up, starting from the wide end and tucking in the sides slightly to help keep the filling in place.
Place the filled crescents on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the crescents are golden brown and puffed.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
Fresh lump crab meat provides the best texture and flavor, but canned or imitation crab can also be used if needed. Make sure the filling is not too runny so it stays inside the crescent dough during baking. These bites are best served warm but can be prepped ahead and reheated in the oven. Serve with a side of lemon wedges or a light dipping sauce such as remoulade or aioli for extra flair.
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