Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter Sauce

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Ingredients for Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits

  • For the Cheddar Bay Biscuits:
    • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
    • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup buttermilk
  • For the Crab Filling:
    • 1 cup crab meat (lump or claw meat, preferably fresh or thawed)
    • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
    • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
    • Salt and pepper to taste
  • For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
    • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
    • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Kitchen Equipment Needed

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Pastry cutter or fork
  • Cookie scoop or spoon
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Small saucepan

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Prepare the Crab Filling

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, Old Bay seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Set aside.

2. Make the Cheddar Bay Biscuits

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

3. Form and Stuff the Biscuits

  1. Lightly flour your work surface and turn out the biscuit dough. Gently pat the dough into a rectangle about 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop a small amount of the crab filling onto the center of each biscuit dough portion.
  3. Gently fold the dough around the filling to enclose it, pinching the edges to seal. Roll into a ball and place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining dough and crab filling.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through.

4. Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped parsley, and garlic powder. Stir to combine and heat through.

5. Serve

  1. Once the biscuits are baked, remove them from the oven and brush with the lemon butter sauce. Serve warm.

Notes and Tips

  • Crab Meat: Use high-quality crab meat for the best flavor. If fresh crab is not available, canned crab meat can be used, but be sure to drain it well.
  • Cheese Variations: For extra flavor, consider adding a bit of grated Parmesan cheese to the biscuit dough.
  • Freezing: These biscuits can be frozen before baking. Simply freeze them on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

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