Chesapeake Crab Ball Appetizer

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

Delicious Chesapeake Crab Ball Appetizer recipe for your next party

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

28 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

296

Sugar

Fat

29g

The Chesapeake Crab Ball Appetizer is a popular dish in the Chesapeake Bay region of the eastern United States. It is a simple yet delicious appetizer that highlights the flavors of crab meat and Old Bay seasoning. This recipe adds cream cheese and butter for a creamy texture and horseradish for a bit of a kick. These appetizers are perfect for a party or gathering and will surely impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine crab meat, cream cheese, butter, green onions, Old Bay seasoning, and horseradish. Mix well.
3.	Shape mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
4.	Sprinkle additional Old Bay seasoning on top of each ball.
5.	Bake for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
6.	Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

PROS

These Chesapeake Crab Ball Appetizers are quick and easy to prepare.

They have a delicious crab flavor with a bit of a kick.

They are perfect for a party or gathering as a finger food or appetizer.

CONS

This recipe may be high in fat due to the cream cheese and butter.

Crab meat can be expensive, so this appetizer may not be budget-friendly for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Crab meat is a good source of lean protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
It is also rich in vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin B12, zinc, and selenium.
Horseradish has been known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties, and may boost digestion and immunity.

	1 pound crabmeat
	1 package cream cheese , softened
	1/2 cup butter , softened
	1 bunch minced green onions
	1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning TM
	1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
	1 sprig chopped fresh parsley , for garnish
	Old Bay Seasoning TM to taste