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Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

These Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits are a delightful blend of rich crab meat and fluffy biscuits, topped with a zesty lemon butter for an indulgent treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 12 biscuits
Calories 275 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cheddar Bay Biscuit Base

  • 1 package Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix Soft and buttery mix serving as the base.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Rich butter for mixing into the biscuit dough.

For the Crab Filling

  • 1 cup Lump Crab Meat Sweet, delicate crab meat for filling.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds a gentle heat and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Provides depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Binds the crab filling together.
  • 1 teaspoon Mustard Introduces a slight zing.
  • 1 cup Crushed Ritz Crackers Adds crunch and butter flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances flavor profile.

For the Lemon Butter

  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Zesty and bright for drizzling.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Melted to mix with lemon juice.

For Seasoning

  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh garlic for aroma and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning A medley of dried herbs.

Instructions
 

Preparation of Biscuit Base

  • Follow the Cheddar Bay Biscuit mix instructions, mixing with the recommended liquid until a soft dough forms.

Mix the Crab Filling

  • In a bowl, gently fold together lump crab meat, paprika, onion powder, mayonnaise, mustard, crushed Ritz crackers, and grated parmesan until crab is coated.

Shape the Biscuits

  • Dust hands with flour, scoop a spoonful of biscuit dough, flatten it slightly, and create a well in the center.

Fill and Seal

  • Spoon the crab filling into the well and top with a dollop of biscuit dough, pinching the edges to seal.

Arrange and Bake

  • Spray muffin tins with nonstick spray, place each stuffed biscuit seam side down, and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.

Finish with Lemon Butter

  • Melt butter with fresh lemon juice and brush over baked biscuits.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can also freeze shaped biscuits before baking.
Keyword Cheddar Bay, Comfort Food, Crab Biscuits, Lemon Butter, Seafood Snacks