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Crab Dip Croissants

Irresistible Crab Dip Croissants for Your Next Brunch Treat

These Crab Dip Croissants are a flavorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 croissants
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Coastal
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croissants
  • 8 croissants Store-bought croissants homemade adds a gourmet touch
For the Crab Dip
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese softened and at room temperature
  • 8 oz Lump Crab Meat fresh is best, but canned works
  • 4 oz Claw Crab Meat adds extra flavor and texture
  • 0.5 cup Mozzarella shredded; provolone is a nice twist
  • 0.5 cup Sharp White Cheddar shredded; Colby Jack is a milder substitute
  • 0.25 cup Mayonnaise adds moisture; Greek yogurt is lighter
  • 0.25 cup Shallot minced; can replace with green onion
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped; dried herbs are a backup
  • 1 tbsp Chives minced; fresh is best
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce optional
  • 1 tsp Garlic minced; fresh is preferable
  • 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning optional for a seafood twist
  • 1 tsp Pepper adjust according to taste
For the Garlic Butter
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter melted
  • 0.25 tsp Salt to elevate flavors

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab Dip Croissants
  1. Prepare Garlic Butter: Whisk together melted unsalted butter, minced garlic, and salt. Set aside.
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  2. Make Crab Dip Filling: Combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella and cheddar, mayonnaise, minced shallots, parsley, chives, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, lump crab meat, and claw crab meat. Mix gently.
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  3. Stuff Croissants: Slice open each croissant and use piping bag to fill with crab dip mixture.
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  4. Bake Croissants: Brush tops with garlic butter, place on baking sheet, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
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  5. Finish and Serve: Brush with remaining garlic butter, sprinkle with chives, and serve warm.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 9gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These croissants are best enjoyed warm, allowing the creamy filling to shine in every delightful bite.

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