Description
Creamy crab & cheese stuffed crescent puffs blend luxurious seafood with rich dairy in a flaky pastry embrace. Elegant appetizers promise delightful flavor combinations perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup crab meat (fresh, canned, or imitation), finely chopped
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsps Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 (8 oz / 226 g) can crescent roll dough
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Preparation: Ignite the oven to 375°F (190°C) and strategically line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure optimal crescent puff performance and prevent sticking.
- Filling Fusion: Amalgamate cream cheese, crab meat, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, and green onions into a seamless, flavor-packed maritime mixture that promises a symphony of seafood goodness.
- Pastry Assembly: Gently unroll crescent dough, separating triangles with precision. Lavishly spread the crab mixture across the wide base of each triangle, then expertly roll from base to tip, meticulously sealing the edges to encapsulate the sumptuous filling and prevent leakage.
- Baking Transformation: Position the crafted puffs on the prepared baking sheet, allowing sufficient space between each for even browning and expansion. Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the pastry achieves a golden-brown hue and exhibits a perfectly puffy texture.
- Finishing Flourish: Withdraw the puffs from the oven and permit a brief cooling moment. Garnish with delicately chopped parsley and serve while warmth still embraces the crisp exterior, inviting a luxurious culinary experience that marries pastry with ocean-inspired filling.
Notes
- Precision in Cheese Selection: Choose high-quality, freshly grated cheeses for maximum flavor and smooth melting. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that can impact texture.
- Moisture Management: Pat crab meat thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess liquid, preventing soggy crescent puffs and ensuring a crisp, golden exterior.
- Seal Filling Securely: Pinch crescent roll edges tightly to prevent filling leakage during baking. Use gentle finger pressure to create a complete seal around the stuffed triangles.
- Temperature Control: Allow crescent puffs to rest 2-3 minutes after baking to help filling set and prevent potential burns. Serve warm for optimal taste and texture experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg