Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

Crab-Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter 🦀🧈

Inspired by Red Lobster’s famous biscuits, but loaded with crab and dipped in a zesty lemon butter!

Prep Time: 20 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 35 mins

Servings: 8 large biscuits

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Ingredients

For the Cheddar Bay Biscuits:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

• ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• ⅔ cup buttermilk (*or milk + 1 tsp vinegar*)

For the Crab Filling:

• 8 oz lump crabmeat (drained, picked for shells)

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 2 tbsp chopped chives or parsley

• Salt & pepper to taste

For the Lemon Butter Glaze:

• ¼ cup melted butter

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp chopped parsley

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Instructions

1. Make the Crab Filling:

• In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, Dijon, Worcestershire, lemon zest, chives, salt, and pepper until smooth.

• Gently fold in crabmeat (don’t overmix). Chill until ready to use.

2. Make the Biscuit Dough:

• Whisk flour, baking powder, Old Bay, garlic powder, salt, and cayenne in a bowl.

• Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter (or fingers) until crumbly.

• Stir in cheddar cheese, then add buttermilk until just combined (don’t overmix).

3. Assemble & Bake:

• Scoop ¼ cup dough, flatten slightly, add 1 tbsp crab filling, then seal with more dough.

• Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

• Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 mins until golden.

4. Lemon Butter Glaze:

• Whisk melted butter, lemon juice, garlic powder, and parsley.

• Brush generously over warm biscuits.

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Serving Suggestions

🔥 Serve hot with extra lemon butter for dipping!
🍽 Pairs with: Chowder, grilled corn, or a crisp salad.

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Tips

• For fluffier biscuits, handle the dough minimally.

• No crab? Swap for cooked shrimp or lobster.

• Make ahead: Prep filling & dry mix the night before.

These are irresistibly cheesy, tender, and packed with crab—perfect for seafood lovers! 😋🦀

Would you like a spicy remoulade sauce for dipping instead?