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Famous Crab Bombs

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These warm, creamy crab bombs wrapped in turkey bacon are perfect for game-day grazing, holiday appetizers, or a quick weeknight treat. Fast to assemble and utterly delicious!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Crab Mixture
  • 1 pound crab meat (lump or backfin) Pick through for shell.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened Use room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use panko for extra crunch; gluten-free crumbs work too.
  • 1/2 cup green onions, chopped Scallions.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning Adjust to taste.
Wrapping
  • 8 slices turkey bacon Regular smoked bacon or pancetta can be used for a richer bite.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine crab meat, softened cream cheese, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, garlic powder, and Old Bay seasoning. Gently fold until just combined — avoid overworking the crab.
  3. Use a 2–3 tablespoon scoop (or your hands) to form the mixture into 8 even balls. Chill the formed balls for 10–15 minutes if the mixture is soft.
  4. Wrap each ball with a slice of turkey bacon, overlapping if the bacon slices are short, and secure with a toothpick if desired.
Cooking
  1. Place the wrapped crab bombs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
  2. Bake for 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through if needed, until the bacon is crisp and the filling is heated through.
  3. For extra crispness, broil for 30-60 seconds while watching closely.
  4. Serve hot with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 450mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 8–12 minutes.
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