Mini Crab Cakes

Mini Crab Cakes
45 min.
24
87kcal

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If you’re searching for an elegant yet easy appetizer that will impress your guests, look no further than these delectable Mini Crab Cakes! Perfect for any occasion—from festive gatherings to simple get-togethers—these bite-sized delights pack a flavorful punch and are incredibly simple to prepare.

With a delightful blend of fresh lump crabmeat, tangy sour cream, and creamy Parmesan cheese, these mini cakes offer a luxurious taste without the fuss. The addition of finely chopped chives and a hint of cayenne pepper adds layers of flavor that elevate this dish to gourmet status. Served warm and golden brown, they not only look stunning on any platter but also deliver a satisfying crunch thanks to the panko breadcrumbs that form a delightful crust.

Best of all, these Mini Crab Cakes are versatile. They make for a wonderful antipasti option, a charming starter, or a snack that keeps guests coming back for more. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply wanting to indulge in a sophisticated treat, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Plus, with the option to prepare them in advance, they’re the perfect stress-free dish to enjoy with friends and family. Ready to dive into this seafood sensation? Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • pinch ground pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • ounces cream cheese room temperature
  • large eggs 
  • teaspoons chives fresh divided chopped
  • 24 servings chives fresh cut into pieces
  • ounces lump crab meat fresh shredded dry picked over
  • cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • 0.8 cup parmesan cheese divided finely grated
  • 0.3 cup cream sour
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted plus more for pans ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Using electric mixer, beat cream cheesein medium bowl until smooth.
  2. Add 1/4 cup
  3. Parmesan and egg; beat to blend. Beatin sour cream, citrus peels, 4 teaspoonschopped chives, coarse salt, and cayennepepper. Fold in crabmeat. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generouslybutter 2 mini muffin pans. Toss panko,1/2 cup Parmesan, and 2 tablespoonschopped chives in small bowl.
  5. Drizzle 1/4cup melted butter over, tossing with forkuntil evenly moistened. Press 1 roundedtablespoon panko mixture into bottom ofeach muffin cup, forming crust. Spoon 1generous tablespoon crab mixture into eachcup.
  6. Sprinkle rounded teaspoon of pankomixture over each (some may be left over).
  7. Bake crab cakes until golden on topand set, about 30 minutes. Cool in pans 5minutes. Run knife around each cake andgently lift out of pan. DO AHEAD: Can bemade 2 hours ahead. Arrange on bakingsheet; let stand at room temperature.Rewarm in 350°F oven 6 to 8 minutes.
  8. Arrange crab cakes on serving platter;sprinkle with chives.
  9. * Available in the Asian foods section ofsome supermarkets and at Asian markets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories87kcal
Protein16.05%
Fat70.77%
Carbs13.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.21
Glycemic Load
0.15
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.0969564836958%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.1kcal
4.35%
Fat:6.89g
10.6%
Saturated Fat:3.95g
24.71%
Carbohydrates:2.89g
0.96%
Net Carbohydrates:2.75g
1%
Sugar:0.63g
0.69%
Cholesterol:29.49mg
9.83%
Sodium:190.13mg
8.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.52g
7.03%
Vitamin B12:0.74µg
12.29%
Selenium:5.88µg
8.4%
Vitamin A:293.43IU
5.87%
Phosphorus:56.77mg
5.68%
Calcium:49.88mg
4.99%
Zinc:0.68mg
4.56%
Copper:0.08mg
3.94%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.61%
Vitamin K:3.11µg
2.96%
Folate:9.25µg
2.31%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.17%
Magnesium:7.53mg
1.88%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.73%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.49%
Vitamin C:1.2mg
1.45%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.39%
Potassium:47.56mg
1.36%
Iron:0.24mg
1.36%
Vitamin B3:0.27mg
1.34%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.26%
Source:Epicurious