Crab & Cheese Filled Crescent Rolls
Delightful rolls combining crab meat with creamy cheese and flaky crescent dough.
Servings: 8 pieces
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
For the Crab Filling
- 8 oz lump crab meat or imitation crab, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened adds a rich and creamy texture
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese for gooey, cheesy goodness
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise balances flavors and enhances creaminess
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped adds a fresh bite
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder adds aromatic depth
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning seafood seasoning flair
- Salt & black pepper to taste essential for flavor enhancement
For the Crescent Rolls
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough the perfect vessel for our filling
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
- 1 tbsp Everything Bagel seasoning or use sesame seeds & garlic flakes
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix lump crab meat, cream cheese, mozzarella, mayonnaise, chives, garlic powder, and Old Bay seasoning in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
Assembly
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into triangles. Spoon a generous amount of filling onto the wide end of each triangle.
- Roll the dough around the filling from the wide end, tucking in the sides.
Baking
- Brush each roll with beaten egg and sprinkle with Everything Bagel seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- Let the rolls cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair with garlic butter or lemon aioli.
Notes
Gently mix filling to maintain crab lumps for texture. Consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice or diced bell peppers for extra flavor and crunch.