Ingredients
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To make these scrumptious Crab Crunchies, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup of crab meat, freshly picked or canned
- 1 cup of crushed crackers (saltines or any other preferred type)
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella works well)
- 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley (for garnish)
These ingredients come together to create a symphony of flavors. Feel free to experiment with different types of cheese or spices to make the recipe your own!
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, crushed crackers, shredded cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Form small balls or patties from the mixture, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the cheese and spices to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free crackers)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg