Crab Crescent Bites Delight – The Ultimate Party Appetizer
If you're craving something savory, creamy, and impossibly snackable, these Crab Crescent Bites are your new obsession. Whether you're hosting a get-together, looking for the perfect easy seafood appetizer, or just want to elevate your snack game, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
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With flaky crescent rolls, creamy crab filling, and melty cheese, they disappear faster than you can say “pass the platter!”
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Quick & easy: Ready in just 30 minutes.
- ✅ Crowd-pleaser: Perfect for game days, parties, or holidays.
- ✅ Flexible: Works with fresh, canned, or imitation crab.
- ✅ Budget-friendly seafood option that tastes like a million bucks!
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, chopped (fresh, canned, or imitation)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning or any seafood blend
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Equipment You’ll Need
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Sharp knife (for cutting triangles)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or nonstick spray
- Oven
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add chopped crab meat, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles.
- Slice each triangle in half lengthwise to make 16 mini triangles.
- Spoon a small portion of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle from the wide end to the point to form little crescents.
- Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Let cool for 2–3 minutes before serving warm.
Tips & Variations
- Spicy twist: Add a dash of hot sauce or minced jalapeños to the filling.
- Cheese swap: Use pepper jack or Gruyère for extra flavor.
- Fresh herbs: Mix in chopped parsley or dill for brightness.
- Serve with: Garlic aioli, cocktail sauce, or lemon wedges.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best crispness.
Crab Crescent Bites Delight
Crab Crescent Bites Delight – The Ultimate Party Appetizer
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix cream cheese and mayo until smooth.
- Add crab meat, green onions, seasoning, cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Unroll crescent dough and cut each triangle in half lengthwise to make 16 smaller triangles.
- Spoon crab filling on the wide end of each triangle and roll up.
- Place on baking sheet and bake 12–15 minutes, until golden.
- Cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
These are best served warm, fresh from the oven.
- Customize with different cheese blends or spice levels.
- Can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving.
- Customize with different cheese blends or spice levels.
- Can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving.
These Crab Crescent Bites are proof that you don’t need hours or fancy ingredients to make something absolutely irresistible. They’re easy, impressive, and the perfect blend of creamy, flaky, and savory goodness.
Make a batch and watch them disappear! 🦀✨