Crab Crescent Bites
These Crab Crescent Bites are a delightful combination of flaky crescent dough and creamy crab filling, perfect for any gathering or special occasion.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 1 cup cooked crab meat (lump or flaked)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 tablespoons green onion (finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, crab meat, green onion, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
- Roll out the crescent dough and separate it into triangles.
- Place a spoonful of the crab mixture at the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough over the filling, starting from the wide end and rolling towards the point.
- Place the rolled bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For an extra zing, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the crab mixture. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.