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Crab Dip Croissants

Savory Crab Dip Croissants: A Brunch Game Changer!

Delightful Crab Dip Croissants combine flaky layers with a creamy crab dip, making them an irresistible brunch option.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 croissants
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croissants
  • 12 pieces Croissants Fresh or frozen, avoid stale
For the Crab Dip Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened; Neufchâtel can be lighter
  • 8 oz Lump Crab Meat Can substitute with different crab types
  • 4 oz Claw Crab Meat Optional; increase lump crab if omitted
  • 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; Monterrey Jack works too
  • 1/2 cup Sharp White Cheddar Cheese Shredded; use mild cheddar for less intensity
  • 1/4 cup Mayo Greek yogurt can be a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Shallot Minced; reduce if using regular onion
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped; cilantro can substitute or omit
  • 1 tbsp Chives Minced; can use green onions
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce is an alternative
  • 1 tsp Garlic Minced or paste; adjust if using powder
  • 1 tsp Old Bay Seasoning Optional but highly recommended
  • 1 tsp Pepper Use white or cayenne for extra kick
For the Garlic Butter Glaze
  • 5 tbsp Unsalted Butter Melted; olive oil can substitute
  • 1 tsp Garlic Minced; omit for milder flavor
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Adjust based on taste preferences

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping Bag or Ziplock Bag
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, and salt. Stir well and set aside.
  2. Make Crab Dip Filling: In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, and mayo. Add shallots, parsley, chives, Worcestershire, garlic, Old Bay, and pepper. Fold in lump crab meat gently.
  3. Prepare Croissants: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Make shallow cuts on the top of each croissant.
  4. Stuff Croissants: Fill each croissant with the crab dip mixture using a piping bag. Arrange on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake Croissants: Brush tops with garlic butter. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Finish and Serve: Brush with remaining garlic butter and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and customize filling as desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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