Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

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🦀 Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter 🍋

A delectable culinary delight that marries the savory flavors of the sea with the comforting warmth of cheddar biscuits. This dish, reminiscent of the famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits, is elevated by the luxurious inclusion of crab meat. Perfect for special occasions, gatherings, or a cozy night in, they provide a touch of elegance and richness.

Ingredients for Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

  • **2 cups** all-purpose flour
  • **1 tablespoon** baking powder
  • **1/2 teaspoon** baking soda
  • **1/2 teaspoon** salt
  • **1 teaspoon** garlic powder
  • **1/4 cup** unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • **1 cup** sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • **3/4 cup** buttermilk, cold
  • **1/2 pound** fresh crab meat, picked over for shells
  • **1/4 cup** chopped fresh parsley
  • **1/4 cup** unsalted butter, melted
  • **1 tablespoon** fresh lemon juice
  • **1 teaspoon** lemon zest

Instructions for Making Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter

  1. Prep the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to **425°F (220°C)** and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and garlic powder.
  3. Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into **pea-sized pieces**.
  4. Add Cheese and Buttermilk: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until well distributed. Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently mix until a dough forms. **Avoid overmixing**.
  5. Fold in Crab: Fold in the crab meat and parsley until just combined.
  6. Form and Bake: Using a spoon or scoop, drop portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for **12-15 minutes** or until golden brown.
  7. Make Lemon Butter: While the biscuits bake, mix melted butter with lemon juice and lemon zest in a small bowl.
  8. Brush and Serve: Brush the hot biscuits generously with the lemon butter as soon as they come out of the oven. Serve warm and enjoy the rich, savory flavors.

 

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