Description
Delight in these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter, a perfect blend of fluffy, cheesy biscuits filled with savory crab meat and a zesty blend of seasonings. Brushed with a luscious lemon garlic butter, these biscuits are a scrumptious seafood appetizer inspired by classic American flavors, ideal for gatherings or a special treat.
Ingredients
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Biscuits
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
Crab Filling
- 8 oz lump crab meat (picked over for shells)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Lemon Butter
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the biscuits don’t stick and bake evenly.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, and salt. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk and beaten egg to the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough which can make biscuits tough.
- Make Crab Filling: In a separate bowl, combine lump crab meat, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and chopped fresh chives until well mixed and seasoned.
- Form Stuffed Biscuits: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of biscuit dough and flatten it in your hand. Place one tablespoon of the crab filling in the center, then carefully fold the dough around it, sealing the edges to fully encase the filling.
- Arrange and Bake: Place the stuffed biscuits seam side down on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Prepare Lemon Butter: While the biscuits bake, mix melted butter with fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt to create a flavorful brush-on topping.
- Finish and Serve: Once baked, generously brush the warm biscuits with lemon butter and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the crab filling before stuffing.
- These biscuits are best served warm but can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes to retain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
