Crab Dip Croissant
Indulge in our delightful Crab Dip Croissant, a perfect fusion of flaky pastry and creamy seafood goodness. This easy-to-make dish combines tender lump crab meat with rich cream cheese and sharp cheddar, all nestled inside buttery croissants. Topped with a savory garlic butter glaze, these croissants are ideal for brunch gatherings or as an elegant appetizer. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can create a dish that will leave your guests craving more. Whether enjoyed at a party or as a comforting meal at home, each bite promises to be decadently delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 croissants
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 4 oz claw crab meat
- 1/2 cup mozzarella (shredded)
- 1/2 cup sharp white cheddar (shredded)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup shallot (minced)
- 1 tbsp parsley (freshly chopped)
- 1 tbsp chives (minced)
- 1 tsp garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp pepper
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, lump crab meat, claw crab meat, mozzarella, sharp cheddar, mayonnaise, shallots, parsley, chives, minced garlic, and seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Slice croissants in half lengthwise and fill with the crab mixture.
- Prepare garlic butter by mixing melted butter with minced garlic and salt.
- Place filled croissants on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with garlic butter.
- Bake for about 12 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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