Crab Rounds of Legend
Transform your appetizer game with the irresistible "Crab Rounds of Legend," a gourmet bite featuring tender lump crab meat folded into a luscious mixture of cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and a touch of smoked paprika. This decadent topping is generously spooned onto golden, olive oil-brushed baguette slices and baked to perfection with a kiss of Parmesan. The result? A crowd-pleasing balance of creamy, zesty, and savory flavors with a hint of citrus brightness from fresh lemon juice. Perfectly crisp yet indulgently rich, these quick-to-make bites are an elegant choice for entertaining, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a casual cocktail party. Serve warm and watch them vanish in minutes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams lump crab meat
- 115 grams cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 loaf baguette or French bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the baguette into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a large baking sheet.
Brush each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides. Toast the slices in the oven for 5 minutes until lightly golden, then set aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, green onions, and Parmesan cheese. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much to retain its texture.
Spoon a generous amount of the crab mixture onto each toasted baguette round, spreading it evenly.
Return the baking sheet with the prepared rounds to the oven and bake for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the topping is warmed through and lightly bubbling.
For a golden finish, broil the rounds on high for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
Remove from the oven, let cool for 1-2 minutes, and serve warm. Garnish with extra chopped green onions or a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.5 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 320 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 5267 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.9 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 100.6 g | 201% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1664 mg | 35% | |
*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.
