Description
Crab Bombs are a delightful seafood treat that will tantalize your taste buds. Encased in a crispy, golden shell, each bite reveals tender crab meat blended with creamy cheese and zesty seasonings. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, these flavorful bites are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more. Simple to prepare and utterly delicious, Crab Bombs are an ideal appetizer or main dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine lump crab meat, softened cream cheese, chopped green onions, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Stir in the beaten egg until fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into balls using about two tablespoons of the filling each and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roll each ball in panko breadcrumbs for a crunchy coating.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Crab Bomb (45g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg