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Crab Crunchies

Crispy bite-sized crab appetizers with a creamy, savory center.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz lump crab meat drained
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 egg
  • 0.75 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped
  • 0.5 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet or skillet
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Mix cream cheese, egg, seasoning, and green onions.
  2. Fold in crab meat gently.
  3. Form into small balls and coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Chill briefly, then bake or fry until golden.
  5. Serve hot with dipping sauce.

Notes

Best served immediately for maximum crunch.