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Elegant Crab Crescent Bites

Flaky crescent rolls filled with creamy crab meat and herbs, baked until golden and served with lemon wedges and dipping sauces. The perfect elegant appetizer for parties, holidays, or cocktail gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 16 bites
Course: Appetizer, Party Food
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz lump crab meat picked over for shells
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • salt and white pepper to taste
  • 2 tubes refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 1 egg beaten, for egg wash
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds or poppy seeds
  • additional chives for garnish
  • lemon wedges
  • cocktail sauce
  • tartar sauce
  • fresh dill sprigs

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula or spoon
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Mix softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a medium bowl until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in crab meat, chives, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, garlic powder, and cayenne. Season with salt and white pepper to taste.
  4. Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into triangles. Place 1 tbsp crab mixture at the wide end of each.
  5. Roll up crescents from the wide end, sealing seams to enclose filling.
  6. Place rolls on baking sheets. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds.
  7. Bake 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and flaky.
  8. Cool 3–5 minutes, garnish with chives, and serve warm with lemon wedges, cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, or dill sprigs.

Notes

Make Ahead: Prepare crescents up to step 5, cover, and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before baking. Flavor Twist: Add a sprinkle of Parmesan to the filling. Presentation: Serve on a platter with dipping sauces in small ramekins for a party-perfect display.