Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter Sauce

Ingredients for Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits

• For the Cheddar Bay Biscuits:
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup buttermilk
• For the Crab Filling:
  • 1 cup crab meat (lump or claw meat, preferably fresh or thawed)
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Cookie scoop or spoon
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
• Small saucepan

Step-by-Step Directions

1. Prepare the Crab Filling

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, parsley, Old Bay seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Set aside.

2. Make the Cheddar Bay Biscuits

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder.
3. Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
5. Pour in the buttermilk and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.