Crab Meat Canapes
Indulge in the elegance of Crab Meat Canapés, a delectable appetizer that's perfect for entertaining. Featuring tender, cooked crab meat folded into a creamy blend of cream cheese, tangy Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic seasonings, this recipe is bursting with flavor in every bite. The crab mixture is artfully dolloped onto golden, oven-toasted mini rounds or crackers, then garnished with fresh parsley for a sophisticated presentation. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, these canapés are not only easy to make but also a sure crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or an upscale dinner, these crab canapés are an irresistible addition to your spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cooked crab meat
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chives (finely chopped)
- 24 pieces Mini toast rounds or crackers
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly brush the mini toast rounds or crackers with olive oil and spread them out on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 5 minutes or until they’re golden and crispy. Set aside to cool.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Gently fold in the cooked crab meat and chopped chives. Be careful not to overmix, as you want to maintain the texture of the crab.
Using a small spoon or piping bag, dollop or pipe a generous amount of the crab mixture onto each toasted round or cracker.
Garnish with a small sprig of fresh parsley on top of each canapé for an elegant finish.
Serve immediately as a crowd-pleasing appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.3 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 4499 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 94.8 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.7 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 415 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1052 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
