Irresistible Crabbies: Easy Recipe for Cheesy Bliss

These Crabbies are a quick and delightful appetizer featuring a creamy crab filling on golden English muffins, making them perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Freezing Time 15

Total Time 40

Servings: 12 pieces

Course: Food FAQs

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

1/2 cup Butter softened
1 cup Cheese Spread (e.g., Kraft Old English Cheese)
1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Garlic Salt or Garlic Powder
1/4 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Lump Crabmeat well-drained

For the Base

6 pieces English Muffins split
1 cup Shredded Cheese (optional) for topping

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
spatula
Baking Sheet

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, cheese spread, mayonnaise, garlic salt, and regular salt. Mix until smooth.
Fold in the well-drained lump crabmeat gently.
Split the English muffins in half and toast them if desired.
Spread a generous amount of the crabmeat filling over each muffin half.
Optionally, sprinkle shredded cheese on top of each filled muffin half.
Place the prepared Crabbies on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
Allow to cool for a couple of minutes before slicing into triangles and serving warm.
If making ahead, freeze the uncooked muffins and bake directly from the freezer for 12-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Crabbies can be made ahead and are perfect for parties. Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.

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