Best 6 Crabby Appetizer Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than this collection of crab cakes. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect one for your next party or gathering. From classic Maryland crab cakes to unique and flavorful variations like Cajun crab cakes and crab rangoon, this article has something for everyone. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these delectable crab cake recipes!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

13 BEST CRAB APPETIZERS



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Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Appetizers     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 13

Hot Crab Dip
Crab Cake Bites
Crab Puffs
Crab Rangoon
Phyllo Crab Cups
Crab Artichoke Toasts
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Crab and Bacon Rolls
Crab Artichoke Dip
Cranberry, Crab Meat and Cream Cheese Appetizer
Crab Cake Sliders
Mini Crab Cakes
Crabbies

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep a crab appetizer in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

CRABBY APPETIZER



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Make and share this Crabby Appetizer recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nvermd

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 48 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 green onions, chopped into small pieces
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, picked over
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 muffins, halved

Steps:

  • Mix everything except muffins.
  • Spread about one generous tablespoon of mixture onto muffin halves.
  • Broil for about 5 minutes until cheese gets bubbly.
  • Cut each muffin into 4 pieces.
  • Serve warm.

CRAB APPETIZER NAPOLEONS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 of a 17.3-ounce Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet), thawed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 can (about 6 ounces) refrigerated pasteurized crabmeat, drained
4 green onions, sliced (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup sliced almond
Paprika

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Unfold the pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface. Cut the pastry sheet into 12 (2-inch) circles with a cutter. Place the pastry circles onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown. Remove the pastries from the baking sheet and let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Split each pastry into 2 layers, making 24 in all.
  • Stir the cream cheese in a medium bowl until smooth. Stir in the milk, horseradish, black pepper and crabmeat.
  • Spread the crabmeat mixture on 12 bottom pastry layers. Top with the onions, almonds and top pastry layers. Sprinkle with the paprika.

CRABBIES



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My mom gave me this recipe. It was a childhood favorite! Crabby, cheesy, tasty! You can freeze the mixture if you want, and then thaw and use as needed.

Provided by Tracy Clark

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup margarine, softened
⅔ (5 ounce) container sharp processed cheese spread
8 ounces cooked crabmeat
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
8 English muffins, split

Steps:

  • Preheat oven on broiler setting.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together margarine and cheese spread. Stir in crabmeat, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and parsley. Spread the mixture on the split English muffins. Arrange on a cookie sheet.
  • Broil until the cheese mixture is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 30.3 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 593.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

KING CRAB APPETIZERS



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These crab tartlets have long since been a family favorite and are requested often at holiday get togethers.

Provided by 102183

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (12 ounce) packages refrigerated biscuit dough
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 tartlet pans.
  • Divide rolls in half and press into the prepared tartlet pans. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, crab, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Cheddar cheese, green onions and Worcestershire sauce. Spoon 1 teaspoon of mixture into tarts and garnish with paprika.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, or until light brown. These freeze wonderfully. Just reheat before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 18 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 721.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

CRAB APPETIZERS



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Make and share this Crab Appetizers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Just Cher

Categories     Crab

Time 25m

Yield 30 Appetizers, 15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can flakey biscuits
8 ounces cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 cups crabmeat, chopped
1/2 lemon, juice of
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped fine

Steps:

  • Separate biscuits.
  • Divide each biscuit into 3 parts.
  • You will end up with 30 pieces.
  • Place on a cookie sheet and bake 8-10 minutes.
  • Spread generously with cream cheese.
  • Sprinkle with seasoning salt.
  • Top with crab meat.
  • Top with grated cheeses.
  • Sprinkle with dill.
  • Bake or broil until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 23.9, Sodium 88.5, Carbohydrate 0.6, Sugar 0.1, Protein 3

Tips:

  • Choose Fresh Crab: Use the freshest crab meat you can find. Fresh crab meat has a sweeter, more delicate flavor.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your crab cakes will be. Use high-quality mayonnaise, fresh herbs, and a good quality breadcrumb.
  • Don't Overmix the Crab Cakes: Overmixing the crab cakes will make them tough. Mix the ingredients together just until they are combined.
  • Pan-Fry the Crab Cakes Over Medium Heat: Pan-frying the crab cakes over medium heat will help them cook through without burning them.
  • Serve the Crab Cakes with Your Favorite Sauce: Serve the crab cakes with your favorite sauce, such as tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, or lemon butter sauce.

Conclusion:

Crab cakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer or main course. They are easy to make and can be made with a variety of ingredients. With a few simple tips, you can make delicious crab cakes that your friends and family will love.

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