Irresistible Crab Bombs: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe
If you’re in the mood for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with a delightful crunch, look no further than these Irresistible Crab Bombs! Perfect for game day, family gatherings, or cozy dinners at home, these little bites are quick to prepare and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 10 servings (20 crab bombs) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten (for binding)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying (if deep frying)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure crab meat is drained.
- In a large bowl, mix crab meat, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Stir in the beaten egg until fully incorporated. If too loose, add more breadcrumbs.
- Form mixture into balls about 2 tablespoons each.
- Choose your cooking method: Bake at 375°F for 15-20 minutes until golden or fry in oil until crispy (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- Drain any excess oil if frying and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crab bombs (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg