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A close-up of golden, flaky cheddar bay biscuits generously stuffed with tender crab meat, topped with a drizzle of glossy lemon butter sauce, garnished with fresh lemon wedges and chopped parsley on a rustic white plate.

Lemon Butter Crab Stuffed Cheddar Biscuits with a Zesty Lemon Sauce

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Flavorful crab stuffed cheddar bay biscuits served with a tangy lemon butter sauce. Perfect for seafood lovers, brunch, or dinner parties.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 biscuits

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked crab meat
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. Add cold butter cubes and cut in with a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Stir in cheddar cheese, crab meat, parsley, and buttermilk just until combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, mix in finely chopped chives or scallions.
  • Serve warm with lemon butter sauce alongside for dipping.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Seafood, Cheese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 biscuit
  • Calories: 310 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg