Cheddar Bay Crab Cakes with Lemon Butter Drizzle Recipe
These Cheddar Bay Crab Cakes are a delightful twist on classic crab cakes, packed with rich cheddar cheese and fresh crab meat, baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious lemon butter drizzle. Perfect for a delicious appetizer or main course, they bring together savory flavors and a comforting texture, enhanced by a zesty finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 crab cakes 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Cakes
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (or Cheddar Bay biscuit mix for extra cheesy flavor)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Lemon Butter Drizzle
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the crab cakes.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine lump crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, fresh parsley, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to evenly incorporate all ingredients without breaking up the crab meat.
- Form Patties: Shape the crab mixture into evenly sized patties and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to ensure even cooking.
- Bake Crab Cakes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the crab cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Prepare Lemon Butter: While the crab cakes bake, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in lemon juice and garlic powder, then keep the drizzle warm until serving.
- Serve: Once baked, drizzle the warm lemon butter over the crab cakes just before serving for a bright, buttery finish.
- Optional Tips: For extra cheesy flavor, substitute traditional breadcrumbs with Cheddar Bay biscuit mix. Refrigerate the crab cakes before baking to help them hold their shape and firm up.
Notes
- Refrigerate crab cakes before cooking to help them hold their shape.
- Substitute breadcrumbs with Cheddar Bay biscuit mix for an enhanced cheesy flavor.
- Ensure gentle mixing to maintain the lumpiness of the crab meat for better texture.
- Serve immediately after drizzling with lemon butter for best flavor and presentation.
Keywords: Crab Cakes, Cheddar Bay, Lemon Butter, Seafood Appetizer, Baked Crab Cakes, Cheesy Crab Cakes
