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Crab Crescent Bites Delight Recipe

4.4 from 80 reviews

Crab Crescent Bites Delight is a savory appetizer featuring flaky crescent roll pastry filled with a creamy crab mixture, seasoned with green onions, garlic powder, and black pepper. These bite-sized treats are baked until golden and make a perfect party snack or elegant starter.

Ingredients

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Crab Filling

  • 1 cup cooked crab meat (lump or flaked)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Crescent Rolls

  • 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Crab Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the cooked crab meat, softened cream cheese, finely chopped green onion, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Prepare Crescent Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Cut each triangle in half lengthwise to create smaller triangles suitable for bite-sized appetizers.
  4. Assemble Bites: Place about 1 teaspoon of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each small triangle. Carefully roll the dough from the wide end towards the point to enclose the filling.
  5. Arrange for Baking: Place each crescent bite seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet to ensure they retain their shape while baking.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until the crescents are puffed and golden brown.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, sprinkle the baked crescent bites with freshly chopped parsley before serving to add a fresh, vibrant touch.

Notes

  • Use lump crab meat for a more luxurious texture or flaked crab for a milder bite.
  • Ensure cream cheese is softened to blend easily with the other ingredients.
  • Crescent dough can vary by brand; adjust baking time slightly if needed.
  • Serve warm for best taste and texture.
  • Great served with a side of cocktail sauce or a squeeze of lemon.

Keywords: crab crescent bites, crab appetizer, crescent roll snack, party appetizers, baked crab bites