Savory Shrimp and Crab Biscuit Melts Recipe
Savory Shrimp and Crab Biscuit Melts are a delicious seafood appetizer featuring a flavorful mixture of shrimp, lump crab meat, cheddar cheese, and seasonings spooned onto fluffy baked biscuits. This easy-to-make recipe bakes the stuffed biscuits to golden perfection, garnished with fresh parsley for a beautiful and tasty treat that’s perfect for entertaining or a special snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 biscuit melts 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Seafood Filling
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Biscuit Base
- 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the biscuit melts evenly.
- Prepare Biscuit Dough: Open the package of refrigerated biscuit dough and separate each biscuit carefully. Arrange them spaced out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Seafood Filling: In a large bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, lump crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir everything thoroughly until the mixture is well blended.
- Assemble Melts: Using a spoon, place a generous amount of the seafood filling onto the center of each biscuit, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Bake: Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven. Bake the biscuit melts for 15-20 minutes, or until the biscuits turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Garnish: Remove the biscuit melts from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and enhanced flavor.
- Serve: Allow the biscuit melts to cool slightly before serving to enjoy their full flavor and optimal texture.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed cooked shrimp and crab meat for best flavor.
- Adjust seasonings like garlic powder and Old Bay according to your preference for spice level.
- Refrigerated biscuit dough is used for convenience, but homemade biscuit dough can also be substituted.
- Serve warm for the best taste experience as the cheese melts perfectly inside.
- These melts can be paired with a light salad or dipping sauce for a complete appetizer.
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