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Baked Crab Bombs

These golden puff pastry pockets filled with a creamy, crab-forward filling are perfect for parties or as an elegant weeknight treat.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Serving Size 12 pieces

Ingredients

For the Filling

  • 1 pound crab meat (lump or backfin), picked over for shells
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use low-moisture cheddar to avoid a runny center.
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pastry

  • 1 package puff pastry sheets (usually 2 sheets), thawed per package directions

Dipping Sauce (Optional)

  • Zesty dipping sauce — try a mix of mayo, lemon juice, hot sauce, and a pinch of Old Bay

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, softened cream cheese, cheddar, mayonnaise, Dijon, Worcestershire, green onions, parsley, garlic powder, Old Bay, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Fold gently until everything is evenly incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Lightly flour your work surface and roll out each puff pastry sheet to smooth the folds. Cut the sheet into roughly 9–12 squares depending on the size you want.
  • Place about 1 heaping tablespoon of the crab mixture in the center of each square, leaving room at the edges. Don’t overfill — it makes sealing harder.
  • Fold the pastry over the filling (into triangles or pockets) and press the edges firmly. Crimp with a fork or pinch to seal. If you want a shiny finish, brush each pocket with an egg wash (1 beaten egg + 1 tsp water).

Baking

  • Arrange the sealed bombs on the prepared sheet, spaced an inch apart. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
  • Let cool for 3–5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with the zesty dipping sauce.

Notes

These bites are adaptable; scale the batch up or down, swap cheeses, or make mini versions for bite-size grazing.