Crab & Cheese Crescent Delight Recipe
Crab & Cheese Crescent Delight is a simple yet indulgent appetizer featuring tender canned crab meat combined with creamy cream cheese, melted cheddar and mozzarella, and a touch of green onion and garlic powder. Wrapped in flaky, buttery crescent roll dough and baked to golden perfection, these bites offer a delightful blend of savory, cheesy crab flavors with a crisp exterior and soft, gooey interior. Perfect for parties, seafood-themed dinners, or casual gatherings, they’re easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 22-25 minutes
- Yield: 8 crescents 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 1 can (about 6 oz) canned crab meat, drained
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Dough
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure the crescents bake evenly to a golden brown crisp.
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, thoroughly mix the drained crab meat, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, chopped green onion, and garlic powder until fully combined and creamy.
- Shape the crescents: Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Separate the dough into individual triangles as per package guidelines.
- Fill and roll: Place a generous spoonful of the crab and cheese mixture at the wide end of each dough triangle. Carefully roll the dough from the wide end toward the narrow tip, enclosing the filling securely inside.
- Bake: Place the filled crescents in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the dough is puffed and golden brown. Watch to prevent over-browning.
- Cool and serve: Remove from oven and allow to cool for one minute. Serve warm for the best experience, either plain or with your favorite dipping sauce such as cocktail sauce, ranch, or garlic dip.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to allow for easy mixing and creamy texture.
- Drain the canned crab meat well to avoid soggy crescents.
- Feel free to use a single type of shredded cheese or adjust the ratio to your liking.
- These crescents are best served fresh out of the oven but can be reheated gently in the oven to maintain crispness.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning or a small amount of finely minced garlic instead of powder.
Keywords: crab appetizer, cheesy crescent rolls, seafood appetizer, party snacks, easy crab recipe
