Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter
Red Lobster, but make it FANCY! These Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits take the beloved classic to gourmet status with tender lumps of crab meat and a luxurious lemon butter glaze. Fluffy, cheesy, loaded with seafood, and brushed with zesty lemon butter—they're the ultimate indulgent side dish or appetizer. One bite and you'll never look at regular biscuits the same way again!
Contents
Why You'll Love These Biscuits
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Instructions
Tips for Perfect Crab Biscuits
Variations
Serving Suggestions
Storage & Reheating
Nutrition Information
Final Thoughts
A savory and indulgent treat! Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter are a creative twist on the classic Red Lobster-inspired Cheddar Bay Biscuits. The addition of crab meat and lemon butter takes these biscuits to a whole new level of flavor and sophistication.
Perfect for seafood dinners, special occasions, or when you want to seriously impress your guests!
Why You'll Love These Biscuits
✅ Gourmet twist on a classic – Elevated comfort food
✅ Loaded with real crab – Chunks of sweet, tender crab meat
✅ Cheesy & buttery – All the cheddar goodness
✅ Lemon butter glaze – Bright, tangy, luxurious
✅ Impressive but easy – Looks fancy, simple to make
✅ Perfect for entertaining – Restaurant-quality at home
Ingredients
Makes 10-12 biscuits
For the Biscuits:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
3½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup cold butter, cut into small pieces
¾ cup grated cheddar cheese
½ cup crab meat (jumbo lump or claw meat)
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
For the Lemon Butter:
¼ cup lemon butter, softened
(Or make your own: ¼ cup softened butter + 1 tbsp lemon juice + ½ tsp lemon zest)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
Flour
Baking powder
Salt
Step 3: Cut in the Butter
Add cold butter pieces to the flour mixture.
Use a pastry blender or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
💡 Keep butter cold for the flakiest biscuits!
Step 4: Add Cheese and Crab
Stir in:
Grated cheddar cheese
Crab meat (gently, to keep chunks intact)
Step 5: Add Lemon
Add:
Lemon zest
Lemon juice
Mix gently until a dough forms. Don't overmix—it should be slightly shaggy.
Step 6: Shape the Biscuits
Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
Gently pat or roll to about 1 inch thickness.
Cut into desired shapes:
Squares (easiest, no waste)
Circles (classic)
Triangles (rustic)
💡 Don't twist the cutter when cutting circles—it seals the edges and prevents rising.
Step 7: Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place biscuits on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each.
Step 8: Brush with Lemon Butter
Generously brush the tops with softened lemon butter.
Step 9: Bake
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
Step 10: Serve
Remove from oven and brush with more lemon butter while still hot.
Serve warm and watch them disappear!
Tips for Perfect Crab Biscuits
💡 Use cold butter – Essential for flaky texture
💡 Don't overmix – Leads to tough biscuits
💡 Quality crab matters – Use jumbo lump for best flavor and texture
💡 Pat gently – Don't overwork the dough
💡 Fresh lemon – Fresh juice and zest make a huge difference
💡 Brush twice – Before and after baking for maximum butter flavor
💡 Serve warm – Best fresh from the oven
💡 Check crab for shells – Pick through crab meat carefully
Variations
Customize your biscuits:
Spicy Crab Biscuits
Add Old Bay seasoning or cayenne pepper
Lobster Stuffed
Use lobster meat instead of crab
Garlic Herb Version
Add minced garlic and fresh herbs (parsley, chives, dill)
Extra Cheesy
Add cream cheese to the dough for ultra-rich biscuits
Mini Biscuits
Make smaller versions for appetizers
Shrimp Stuffed
Use chopped cooked shrimp
Make-Ahead
Prepare dough, cut biscuits, freeze unbaked, then bake from frozen (add 3-5 minutes)
Serving Suggestions
These gourmet biscuits pair beautifully with:
Seafood Dinners
Grilled fish
Shrimp scampi
Lobster tail
Clam chowder
Seafood pasta
Soups & Salads
Tomato bisque
Creamy seafood chowder
Caesar salad
Mixed greens
As Appetizers
Serve as is with extra lemon butter
Part of a seafood platter
Elegant brunch item
Perfect for:
Date night dinners
Special occasions
Holiday meals
Dinner parties
Brunch gatherings
Seafood boils
Storage & Reheating
Storage
Store in an airtight container:
Room temperature: 1-2 days
Refrigerator: Up to 4 days
Reheating
Oven (Best Method):
350°F for 5-7 minutes until warmed through
Brush with extra butter before reheating
Microwave:
15-20 seconds (will be softer, not as crispy)
Air Fryer:
320°F for 3-4 minutes
Freezing
Unbaked (Recommended):
Cut biscuits, freeze on baking sheet
Transfer to freezer bag for up to 2 months
Bake from frozen, adding 3-5 minutes to baking time
Baked:
Cool completely, wrap well, freeze up to 1 month
Reheat in oven at 350°F for 10-12 minutes
Nutrition Information
Per biscuit (approximate, based on 12 biscuits):
Calories: 185 kcal
Protein: 7g
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0.5g
Sugar: 0.5g
Recipe Summary
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
⏱ Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 30 minutes
🍽 Makes: 10-12 biscuits
🔥 Baking Temperature: 400°F (200°C)
Final Thoughts
Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits with Lemon Butter are the ultimate gourmet comfort food. They take the beloved Cheddar Bay Biscuit and elevate it with sweet, tender crab meat and a luxurious lemon butter glaze that's absolutely irresistible.
These biscuits look and taste like something from an upscale seafood restaurant, but they're surprisingly simple to make at home. The combination of sharp cheddar, sweet crab, and bright lemon creates layers of flavor in every buttery, flaky bite.
Perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating your family to something special, these biscuits are guaranteed to become a favorite. Make them for your next seafood dinner and prepare for rave reviews!
They're so good, you might want to make a double batch! 🦀🧀✨
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