Delicious Crab Puffs Recipe

Crab puffs are a popular appetizer that you can easily make at home. These puffs are filled with a creamy crab mixture and baked until golden and puffy. They are a perfect addition to any party or gathering, and your guests will be impressed with their delicious flavor. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you can make these tasty crab puffs in no time.

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup lump crabmeat
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 package of puff pastry sheets, thawed
• 1 egg, beaten

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, crabmeat, Parmesan cheese, green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
3. On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry sheets. Use a rolling pin to gently roll out the pastry sheets to flatten them slightly.
4. Using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the puff pastry sheets.
5. Place about a tablespoon of the crab mixture onto the center of each pastry circle.
6. Fold the pastry circle in half, forming a semicircle shape. Use a fork to seal the edges by pressing them together.
7. Repeat the process with the remaining puff pastry circles and crab mixture.
8. Arrange the crab puffs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each puff.
9. Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the beaten egg over the tops of the crab puffs.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
11. Remove from the oven and let the crab puffs cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Serve warm and enjoy!

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