Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

This is the perfect food for a potluck, a side dish or to bring to a party. This Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter recipe duplicates the biscuits that you can get at Red Lobster, of course, they have been tweaked just a little.

These great-tasting biscuits take very little work and just a short amount of time to make them. These can vary in size to also work as an appetizer.

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy dish to make for your next potluck or family gathering, look no further than these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter!

With just a few ingredients, you can put together a batch of these tasty treats that everyone will love.

Plus, they’re the perfect size to serve as an appetizer or main course. So get cooking and enjoy the compliments!

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Why we love this recipe

These biscuits are going to become your favorite all time biscuits. They are the perfect appetizer or side to make your friends jealous of your cooking ability.

Do I have to use Old Bay Seasoning?

Old Bay seasoning is not one that you must use. I love the good stuff, on everything! You could use garlic, onion powder, black pepper or paprika. Any spice or herb that you like can be used.

How long will these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits stay fresh?

The great thing about these biscuits is that they can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. They can be reheated slightly right before serving them.

Are there variations that can be implemented with these?

You could add chopped green onions, extra cheese or add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mix for a slight kick.

Ingredients:

• Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
• Italian seasoning
• Minced garlic 
• Lump crab meat
• Mayonnaise
• Paprika
• Dijon mustard
• Onion powder
• Tube of Ritz crackers crushed finely
• Parmesan cheese grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Melted butter
• Lemon juice

How to Make Crab Stuffed Biscuits:

Step 1. Heat the oven to 375 degrees, and spray the sections of a muffin tin well with cooking spray. 

Step 2. Mix together the biscuit mix according to the instructions on the package, and add in the Italian seasoning and minced garlic. 

Step 3. In a bowl, stir together the crab meat, paprika, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, onion powder, parmesan cheese, cracker crumbs, and salt and pepper to taste. 

Step 4. Flour your hands lightly. Add a bit of the biscuit mix to your hand, and form it into the shape of a bowl. 

Step 5. Layer some of the crab-filling mixtures into the center of the biscuit bowl. 

Step 6. Cover the filling with a little more of the biscuit mixture. 

Step 7. Place each filled biscuit into the muffin tin and bake for 12-15 minutes. 

Step 8. Whisk together the melted butter and lemon juice. 

Step 9. Brush the lemon butter onto the tops of the biscuits before serving.

Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

Prep Time: 25 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 12

If you're looking for a delicious and easy dish to make for your next potluck or family gathering, look no further than these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter! With just a few ingredients, you can put together a batch of these tasty treats that everyone will love. Plus, they're the perfect size to serve as an appetizer or main course.

5 from 2 votes

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Ingredients 

• 1 box Cheddar Bay Biscuit Mix
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp Minced garlic
• 1 lb Lump crab meat
• ½ c Mayonnaise
• ¼ tsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp Onion powder
• ½ Tube Ritz crackers crushed finely
• 1 c Parmesan cheese grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp Melted butter
• 1 tsp Lemon juice

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Instructions

• Heat the oven to 375 degrees, and spray the sections of a muffin tin well with cooking spray.
• Mix together the biscuit mix according to the instructions on the package, and add in the Italian seasoning and minced garlic.
• In a bowl, stir together the crab meat, paprika, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, onion powder, parmesan cheese, cracker crumbs and salt and pepper to taste.
• Flour your hands lightly. Add a bit of the biscuit mix to your hand, and form it into the shape of a bowl.
• Layer some of the crab filling mixture into the center of the biscuit bowl.
• Cover the filling with a little more of the biscuit mixture.
• Place each filled biscuit into the muffin tin and bake for 12-15 minutes.
• Whisk together the melted butter and lemon juice.
• Brush the lemon butter onto the tops of the biscuits before serving.

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Can these Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits be frozen?

The crab-stuffed biscuits can be wrapped tightly or placed in freezer-safe bags and placed in the freezer for up to 4 months.

Can these Cheddar Bay Biscuits be made gluten-free?

You can make these biscuits gluten-free by replacing the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free version.

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