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Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Recipe

  • Author: Tessa
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 biscuits 1x

Description

Enjoy these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits, featuring a flaky, cheesy biscuit dough filled with a creamy crab mixture. Perfect as an appetizer or side dish, they are bursting with flavor and sure to impress your guests!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (for topping)
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well mixed.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the flour mixture.
  4. Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the lump crab meat, softened cream cheese, lemon juice, chopped parsley, black pepper, and Old Bay seasoning (if using). Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined.
  6. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  8. Using a large spoon or ice cream scoop, drop about 1/4 cup of the biscuit dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, make a small indentation in the center of each biscuit.
  10. Carefully spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crab filling into each indentation, making sure to cover it with a little bit of the biscuit dough if possible.
  11. Once all the biscuits are filled, use the remaining biscuit dough to top off any exposed crab filling.
  12. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown on top and cooked through.
  13. While the biscuits are baking, melt the 1/4 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan or microwave. Stir in the garlic powder and dried parsley.
  14. Once the biscuits are done baking, remove them from the oven and immediately brush the tops with the garlic butter mixture.
  15. Let the biscuits cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a serving platter.
  16. Garnish with additional chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
  17. Serve warm, and enjoy these delicious crab stuffed cheddar bay biscuits with your favorite dipping sauce or a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, feel free to increase the cayenne pepper.
  • These biscuits are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes

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