Easy Crab Puffs
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly creamy, these Easy Crab Puffs are a show-stopping appetizer perfect for any occasion! Made with flaky puff pastry and a luscious filling of tender lump crab meat, tangy cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and a hint of zesty lemon, these bite-sized delights are bursting with flavor. A sprinkle of green onions and a touch of garlic powder elevate the stuffing, while a glossy egg wash ensures a beautifully browned finish. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, these seafood snacks are both elegant and effortless to make. Serve them warm at your next party or holiday gathering, and watch them disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup crab meat (cooked, lump or canned)
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 stalks green onions (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions. Once thawed, roll them out gently on a floured surface to smooth the seams.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, green onions, garlic powder, lemon juice, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg and water together to create an egg wash.
Using a sharp knife or a pizza cutter, cut each puff pastry sheet into 12 equal squares, for a total of 24 pieces.
Place about 1 teaspoon of the crab filling in the center of each puff pastry square. Be careful not to overfill.
Carefully fold each pastry square diagonally to create a triangle, sealing the edges by pressing with your fingers or using the tines of a fork.
Transfer the filled pastries to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each puff.
Lightly brush the tops of the pastries with the egg wash using a pastry brush.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the puff pastry is golden and puffy.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. These crab puffs are best enjoyed warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.5 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 4397 mg | 191% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 82.3 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 836 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1101 mg | 23% | |
*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.
