Description
Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter is a delightful savory treat that combines the flakiness of cheddar bay biscuits with a flavorful crab filling and a zesty lemon butter topping.
Ingredients
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For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted (for brushing on top)
- 1 teaspoon parsley flakes (for brushing on top)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for brushing on top)
For the Crab Filling:
- 1 cup lump crab meat, carefully picked through for shells
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup green onions, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Butter:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Biscuit Dough: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, garlic powder, and salt. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Add the milk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Notes
- Make sure to handle the biscuit dough gently to maintain flakiness.
- Adjust seasoning in the crab filling according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Crab Stuffed Biscuits, Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Lemon Butter, Appetizer Recipe
