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Crab Crescent Bites

Crab Crescent Bites

Crab Crescent Bites are your new favorite effortless appetizer, combining gourmet flavor with simple ingredients for a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 roll Refrigerated Crescent Roll Dough Feel free to use homemade dough for a fresher flavor.
  • 1 cup Cooked Crab Meat Fresh, canned, or imitation.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, can use Neufchâtel for a lighter option.
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used for a healthier variation.
  • 2 tbsp Green Onions Finely chopped, can replace with chives.
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning Essential seafood flavor.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella or Cheddar Cheese Gruyère or pepper jack can offer different flavor profiles.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • Optional Garnishes Chopped parsley or paprika.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • medium mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the cooked crab meat, chopped green onions, Old Bay seasoning, and shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Open the crescent roll dough and separate into triangles.
  5. Place about 1 tablespoon of the crab filling at the wide end of each triangle and roll towards the narrow end.
  6. Arrange the rolled crescents on the baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Sprinkle chopped parsley or paprika on top immediately after baking.
  9. Allow to cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best consumed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freezing unbaked bites is also an option.

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