Gluten-Free Crab Puffs
Indulge in the irresistible elegance of Gluten-Free Crab Puffs—savory bites that are perfect for entertaining or elevating your appetizer spread. Made with a light and airy dough featuring gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, and creamy butter, these puffs are infused with tender shredded crab meat, fresh green onions, and a hint of lemon zest for a bright, coastal flavor. A blend of cream cheese and Parmesan adds a luscious, cheesy richness, while garlic powder and parsley provide a savory herbaceous kick. Golden and perfectly puffed after baking, these gluten-free delights are ideal for serving warm at parties, holidays, or even as an indulgent snack. Easy to make and naturally flavorful, they offer a delicious solution for gluten-free entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Water
- 2 whole Large eggs
- 1 cup Crab meat, cooked and shredded
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Parsley, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine butter and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Add gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, xanthan gum, and salt all at once. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a ball and comes away from the sides of the pan.
Return the saucepan to low heat and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to dry out the dough slightly. The dough should be smooth and pull away from the sides.
Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl and let it cool for a few minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, until the dough is smooth and shiny.
Gently fold in the crab meat, green onions, parsley, garlic powder, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest until well combined.
Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the crab puffs cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious gluten-free crab puffs!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1729 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.9 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.7 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 766 mg | 256% | |
| Sodium | 5500 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.3 g | ||
| Protein | 79.0 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 727 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1154 mg | 25% | |
*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.
