Here’s a delicious recipe for Crab-Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter—a perfect combination of cheesy, buttery goodness with succulent crab meat.
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¾ cup buttermilk
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
For the Crab Filling:
• 8 oz lump crab meat, drained
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ¼ cup green onions, finely chopped
• ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon Butter:
• 4 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
• ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crab Filling
1. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and Old Bay seasoning until smooth.
2. Fold in the lump crab meat, green onions, and Parmesan cheese gently to avoid breaking up the crab.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate while making the biscuits.
Step 2: Make the Biscuit Dough
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and Old Bay seasoning.
3. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the cheddar cheese.
5. Gradually add buttermilk, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 3: Assemble and Bake
1. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of biscuit dough and flatten slightly.
2. Place about 1 tablespoon of crab filling in the center, then top with another small scoop of dough. Pinch the edges to seal.
3. Place biscuits on the baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Step 4: Make Lemon Butter & Serve
1. Mix melted butter, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic powder.
2. Brush over the hot biscuits as soon as they come out of the oven.
3. Serve warm and enjoy!
These biscuits are rich, cheesy, and packed with creamy crab goodness, with a zesty lemon butter finish. Perfect as an appetizer or a special side dish! Let me know if you try them.