Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuit With a Lemon Butter Sauce

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Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuit With a Lemon Butter Sauce is a decadent seafood dish that merges the comfort of a cheesy, flaky biscuit with the elegance of a savory crab stuffing, all enhanced by a zesty lemon butter drizzle. It’s a show-stopping appetizer or entrée that's rich, flavorful, and perfect for seafood lovers.




🧾 Key Components

🧀 Cheddar Bay Biscuit:

  • Inspired by the famous Red Lobster-style biscuit

  • Soft and fluffy inside, crisp edges

  • Loaded with sharp cheddar cheese, garlic, and herbs

  • Often made with buttermilk or Bisquick-style mix

🦀 Crab Filling:

  • Lump crab meat (real or imitation)

  • Cream cheese or mayo for richness

  • Seasonings: Old Bay, garlic, parsley, lemon zest

  • Optional add-ins: breadcrumbs, scallions, hot sauce

🍋 Lemon Butter Sauce:

  • Melted butter

  • Fresh lemon juice and zest

  • Garlic (minced or roasted)

  • Optional: white wine, a dash of paprika, or parsley for color

🍳 How It's Made

  1. Bake Cheddar Bay Biscuits from scratch or a mix.

  2. Prepare crab filling by mixing crab meat with creamy, seasoned ingredients.

  3. Split each biscuit open or hollow slightly.

  4. Fill with crab mixture, then bake briefly to warm through.

  5. Drizzle with lemon butter sauce just before serving.

  6. Garnish with fresh herbs and a lemon wedge.

🧂 Flavor Profile

  • Savory & Cheesy: from the cheddar biscuit

  • Creamy & Briny: from the rich crab filling

  • Bright & Buttery: from the lemon butter sauce

  • Umami & Slightly Tangy: when all elements combine

🍽️ Perfect For:

  • Elegant appetizers at dinner parties

  • Seafood-themed brunches or dinners

  • Upscale game day snacks

  • Coastal or Southern-inspired menus

  • Holiday gatherings (especially Easter or Christmas Eve)

🥂 Serving Suggestions

  • Serve hot, fresh out of the oven

  • Garnish with chives, dill, or parsley

  • Pair with:

    • Sides: roasted asparagus, herbed rice, arugula salad

    • Drinks: Chardonnay, sparkling water with lemon, or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc

📦 Storage & Reheating Tips

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days

  • Reheat in the oven to preserve biscuit texture

  • Lemon butter sauce should be stored separately and rewarmed gently

🎨 Presentation Ideas

  • Serve on a rustic slate or wooden platter for a down-to-earth, elegant look

  • Use mini biscuits for a canapé version

  • Add microgreens or edible flowers for a gourmet twist

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