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Crab-Stuffed Puff Pastry Shells: A Delightful Treat!


  • Author: [email protected]
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crab-Stuffed Puff Pastry Shells are a delicious appetizer filled with a creamy crab mixture, perfect for parties or special occasions.


Ingredients

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  • 1 package of puff pastry sheets
  • 1 cup of cooked crab meat
  • 1/2 cup of cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup of mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup of green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut them into squares.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, lemon juice, and Old Bay seasoning.
  4. Place a spoonful of the crab mixture in the center of each pastry square.
  5. Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
  6. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add some diced jalapeños to the crab mixture.
  • These can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
  • Serve with a dipping sauce like cocktail sauce or tartar sauce.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pastry
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Crab-Stuffed Puff Pastry Shells, Crab Appetizer, Puff Pastry Recipes