If you’re looking for a dish that truly stands out at any dining table, the Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter are a must-try. This recipe elevates the beloved cheddar bay biscuit by stuffing them with a rich, savory crab filling and serving them with a zesty lemon butter sauce. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner or want to impress at a brunch, these biscuits are a show-stopper.
Introduction to the Recipe
Cheddar Bay Biscuits are well-loved for their cheese-laden, garlic-rich flavor and soft, fluffy texture. When you add a luxurious stuffing made from lump crab meat and spices, and a tangy lemon butter on the side, you transform an everyday treat into gourmet fare. This guide will walk you through the steps to create this recipe, along with tips for making it perfect.
Ingredients Breakdown
Before diving into the cooking process, let’s break down the ingredients and their roles in the recipe:
- Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix: The foundation of this recipe, this mix provides the quick and easy way to perfect biscuits every time.
- Garlic and Italian Seasoning: These seasonings add depth and a herby touch to the biscuits, complementing the crab stuffing.
- Lump Crab Meat: The star of the filling, lump crab meat is sweet, tender, and pairs beautifully with creamy and savory elements.
- Paprika and Onion Powder: These spices lend warmth and a subtle sharpness that enhances the natural flavors of the crab.
- Mayonnaise and Mustard: They create the creamy base of the crab stuffing, with mustard adding tanginess and mayonnaise contributing to the lush texture.
- Ritz Crackers and Parmesan: The crushed crackers and parmesan cheese give the stuffing a delightful crunch and rich, cheesy flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 package Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
Crab:
- 1 pound lump crab meat, be sure it is fully cooked
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ + cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp mustard
- ½ sleeve Ritz crackers, crushed
- 1 cup grated parmesan
How To Make Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter
- Make the biscuit mix according to package directions, set to the side
- Preheat the oven to 375*, spray two muffin tins with nonstick spray
- In a bowl, combine the crab meat, paprika, onion powder, mustard, mayonnaise and crushed crackers
- Stir to combine well, adding a touch more mayonnaise if needed.
- Using a scoop, place some biscuit mix on your hand that has been dusted with flour, Form a cup type of biscuit
- Take a scoop of the crab mix and place it in the bowl part of the biscuit
- Cover the biscuit with a little more biscuit dough
- Continue until you have used all the dough
- Place each biscuit into a muffin tray
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes
- Brush with a mixture of melted butter and 1 tsp of lemon juice
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