These Crab Crescent Bites are a creamy, savory appetizer made with flaky crescent roll dough and a rich crab filling. Perfect for parties, holidays, or quick entertaining, this easy recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Crispy, golden crescent rolls with a creamy seafood filling
- Quick and easy appetizer with simple ingredients
- Ideal for parties, game days, and holiday gatherings
- Can be made ahead and baked fresh
- A guaranteed crowd-pleasing crab crescent appetizer
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz)
- 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 seafood seasoning
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, crab meat, green onions, seasoning, and shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up toward the point and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake the Crab Crescent Bites for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley or paprika if desired. Serve warm.
Tips & Tricks
- Drain crab meat well to avoid excess moisture
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture
- Don’t overfill the dough to prevent leaks
- Chill filled crescents for 10 minutes before baking for cleaner shape
Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8–12 bites
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Halal-friendly, seafood-based
Notes
- Substitute imitation crab for budget-friendly option
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or lemon zest for extra flavor
- Serve with a light yogurt or lemon dip on the side
Nutrition (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fat: 11g
FAQ
Can I make crab crescent bites ahead of time?
Yes, assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
Can I freeze them?
Freeze unbaked bites for up to 1 month. Bake directly from frozen.
What cheese works best?
Mozzarella for mild flavor or cheddar for sharper taste.
Can I use puff pastry instead?
Yes, cut into triangles and bake slightly longer.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked bites for 1 month
- Reheating: Warm in oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes
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Crab Crescent Bites
Crab crescent bites are flaky crescent rolls filled with creamy crab, cheese, and seasoning, baked until golden and served warm.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough 8 oz
- 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 seafood seasoning
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped parsley or paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, crab meat, green onions, seasoning, and shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll up toward the point and place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake the Crab Crescent Bites for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
- Garnish with parsley or paprika if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute imitation crab for budget-friendly option
Conclusion
These Crab Crescent Bites are the perfect balance of creamy, flaky, and savory. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, they’re a reliable appetizer that works for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to festive celebrations.