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To make these crab stuffed cheddar bay biscuits, gather the following items:

The Best Crab Stuffed Cheddar Bay Biscuits Recipe

Elevate your baking game with the best crab stuffed Cheddar Bay biscuits recipe! These warm, cheesy delights are packed with succulent crab meat, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in. Follow this easy step-by-step guide, discover handy tips, and explore delicious variations to customize your biscuits. Ready to bake something remarkable?
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

¾ cup whole milk

1 cup lump crab meat, picked over for shells

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for filling)

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)

1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (for topping)

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for topping)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

    Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

      Cut in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

        Add Cheese and Milk: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese. Gradually pour in the milk, mixing just until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

          Create the Filling: In a separate bowl, gently mix together the lump crab meat, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.

            Form the Biscuits: On a lightly floured surface, flatten the dough into a rectangle about ¾ inch thick. Cut into squares or rounds using a biscuit cutter or knife.

              Stuff the Biscuits: Take each biscuit and make a small indentation in the center. Fill with about 1 tablespoon of the crab mixture then fold the edges over to seal, forming a stuffed biscuit. Place seam side down on the baking sheet.

                Bake the Biscuits: Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and baked through.

                  Make the Topping: While the biscuits are baking, combine the melted butter, Old Bay seasoning, and chopped parsley in a small bowl.

                    Finish and Serve: As soon as the biscuits are out of the oven, brush them generously with the seasoned butter mixture. Serve warm.

                      Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 20 minutes | 40 minutes | 12 biscuits

                        - Presentation Tips: Arrange the biscuits on a rustic wooden board or a white platter, and garnish with additional fresh parsley and lemon wedges for an elegant touch. Serve warm with a side of creamy garlic dipping sauce, if desired.