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Flaky Crab Crescent Bites

Golden, buttery crescent rolls filled with a rich, creamy, and savory crab meat filling. Perfect for quick and elegant party appetizers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pastry & Wash
  • 1 tube (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 egg beaten with 1 tsp water
Crab Filling
  • 8 oz lump crab meat drained well
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 green onions finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in the drained crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
  4. Unroll the crescent dough and separate into 8 triangles.
  5. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each dough triangle.
  6. Roll the dough starting from the wide end toward the tip. Place on baking sheet with the tip tucked under.
  7. Brush the tops of the rolls lightly with the egg wash.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and flaky. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Ensure crab meat is thoroughly drained to prevent soggy pastry.