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Crab Crescent Bites Recipe

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Crab Crescent Bites Delight is a savory appetizer featuring flaky crescent roll dough filled with a creamy mixture of lump crab meat, cream cheese, and aromatic seasonings. These bite-sized treats bake to a golden perfection and are perfect for parties, snack time, or easy entertaining.

Ingredients

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Crab Filling

  • 1 cup cooked crab meat, lump or flaked
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Dough

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease clean-up.
  2. Make Crab Mixture: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the crab meat, softened cream cheese, finely chopped green onion, garlic powder, and black pepper until all ingredients are well combined into a creamy filling.
  3. Prepare Dough Triangles: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into its pre-cut triangles. Then cut each triangle lengthwise in half to create smaller triangles suitable for bite-sized portions.
  4. Fill and Roll Bites: Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the crab filling onto the wide end of each small triangle. Carefully roll each triangle starting from the wide end towards the pointed end, enclosing the crab mixture inside.
  5. Arrange and Bake: Place each rolled bite seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the bites from the oven and optionally sprinkle them with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened for easy mixing and smooth texture.
  • Use lump crab meat for a premium texture or flaked crab meat for a milder bite.
  • These bites can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving for convenience.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce like garlic aioli or cocktail sauce for extra flavor.
  • Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator is recommended; reheat in oven for best texture.

Keywords: crab appetizer, crescent rolls, party bites, seafood snacks, easy appetizers, cream cheese crab bites

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