Crab Cake Bites

Name: Crab Cake Bites
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: Cooking spray, for pan; 6 oz. lump crab meat; 6 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 1 Egg, lightly beaten; 3/4 c. sour cream, divided; 2/3 c. finely grated Parmesan, divided; 1 1/2 tsp. Old Bay seasoning, divided; 2 tsp. lemon juice; 1 tsp. lemon zest; Pinch cayenne pepper; 2 tbsp. finely chopped chives, divided; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 c. panko bread crumbs; 6 tbsp. butter, melted

By Lauren MiyashiroUpdated: Dec 1, 2023

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Turn the classic seafood dish into the cutest bite-sized app with these crab cake bites. Ready in a little over 30 minutes, these bites are the easiest way to add the fancy factor to your party, whether you're planning your Christmas dinner or New Year's bash. Paired with an easy sour cream, chive, and Old Bay dipping sauce, these bites are the poppable appetizer we can't get enough of (tip: we suggest doubling the recipe if you're serving a large crowd—these babies will go fast).

These crab cake bites can be served warm or at room temperature depending on preference. If you want to switch up the dipping sauce, you can't go wrong with our homemade tartar sauce.

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Yields:: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Prep Time:: 15 mins
Total Time:: 35 mins
Cal/Serv:: 409

Ingredients

Cooking spray, for pan
6 oz.
lump crab meat
6 oz.
cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1
Egg, lightly beaten
3/4 c.
sour cream, divided
2/3 c.
finely grated Parmesan, divided
1 1/2 tsp.
Old Bay seasoning, divided
2 tsp.
lemon juice
1 tsp.
lemon zest
Pinch cayenne pepper
2 tbsp.
finely chopped chives, divided
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 c.
panko bread crumbs
6 tbsp.
butter, melted

Directions

1. Step 1Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan with cooking spray.
2. Step 2Combine crab meat, cream cheese, egg, ⅓ cup Parmesan, 1 teaspoon Old Bay, ¼ cup sour cream, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon lemon, cayenne and about 1 tablespoon chives in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper and stir until evenly combined.
3. Step 3In a separate bowl, combine remaining Parmesan, panko bread crumbs and melted butter. Divide mixture between muffin pan cups and press around the edges of cup to make a crust. Spoon the crab mixture into each cup.
4. Step 4Bake until the edges begin to turn golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
5. Step 5Meanwhile, make dipping sauce. Combine ½ cup sour cream, remaining chives, 1 teaspoon lemon juice and remaining Old Bay. Stir to combine.
6. Step 6Serve crab cake bites warm or at room temperature with dipping sauce.