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Crab Dip Croissants

Savory Crab Dip Croissants: A Flaky Treat You’ll Love

Delight in these Crab Dip Croissants filled with creamy crab and cheese, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 croissants
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Croissants
  • 12 pieces Croissants Flaky base for the filling; use fresh for best results.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Provides creaminess and stability to the filling.
  • 8 oz Lump Crab Meat Main protein; offers texture and flavor.
  • 4 oz Claw Crab Meat Adds depth of flavor and is generally cheaper than lump.
  • 0.5 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; melts beautifully.
  • 0.5 cup Sharp White Cheddar Cheese Shredded; adds a tangy flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Mayo Adds moisture and creaminess.
  • 0.25 cup Shallot Minced; offers subtle onion flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped; brightens the flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Chives Minced; adds freshness.
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Minced or paste; provides aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning Essential for seafood flavor.
  • 1 tsp Pepper For seasoning; adjust to taste.
For the Garlic Butter
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted; base for garlic butter.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Minced; optional for additional garlic flavor.
  • 0.25 tsp Salt Balances flavors.
For Garnish
  • Minced Chives Adds freshness when serving.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Piping bag or ziplock bag
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Garlic Butter: Melt 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a small bowl. Add 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and ¼ teaspoon of salt, mixing well. Allow this mixture to cool slightly.
  2. Make Crab Dip Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine 16 ounces of cream cheese, ½ cup of shredded mozzarella, and ½ cup of sharp white cheddar. Add ¼ cup of mayo, ¼ cup of minced shallot, 1 tablespoon each of fresh parsley and chives, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning, and 1 teaspoon of pepper. Mix until smooth, then gently fold in 8 ounces of lump crab meat and 4 ounces of claw crab meat.
  3. Stuff Croissants: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Carefully make a shallow cut along the top of each croissant. Use a piping bag or a ziplock bag to pipe the crab dip filling into each croissant.
  4. Bake Croissants: Place the stuffed croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with the garlic butter and bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, let the croissants cool slightly. Brush them with remaining garlic butter and sprinkle with chopped chives. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Crab Dip Croissants are a crowd-pleaser and the perfect blend of flavors and textures for any occasion.

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