Crab Muffins Recipe

A heartwarming tribute to Kathy Sterling, this recipe for Maryland Crab Muffins is a taste of Eastern Shore tradition. Kathy, whose family ran a crab processing business, shared this recipe, and its legacy lives on. These savory muffins are perfect as appetizers or a light meal – easy to prepare and bursting with fresh crab flavor! Don't forget to take a moment to remember Kathy as you savor this delicious treat. #CrabMuffins #MarylandCrab #SeafoodRecipe #Appetizer #FamilyRecipe #EasternShore #KathySterling

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 173.8 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Crab Muffins

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How to Make Crab Muffins

  1. In a medium bowl, soften 4 ounces of cream cheese and 4 tablespoons of butter at room temperature.
  2. Add 1 pound lump crab meat, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup finely chopped celery, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder to the softened cream cheese and butter. Gently mix all ingredients until well combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Spread the crab mixture evenly onto 12 muffin halves (from a package of 12 regular-sized English muffins, split and lightly toasted).
  4. Freeze the prepared muffin halves for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crab mixture is heated through and the tops are lightly browned. Alternatively, broil for 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  6. To serve as appetizers, cut each muffin half into quarters.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

29g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Crab Muffins?

Crab Muffins takes about 80 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Crab Muffins?

Crab Muffins has approximately 173.8 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Crab Muffins?

The key ingredients for Crab Muffins are English Muffins, Crabmeat, Kraft Old English Cheese Spread, Mayonnaise, Butter, Garlic Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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