Crabby Shrimp Garlic Bread Bombs

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Description

These Crabby Shrimp Garlic Bread Bombs are the ultimate party appetizer or indulgent snack. Soft, golden bread rolls are stuffed with a luscious mixture of crab, shrimp, cream cheese, and garlic butter, then baked until perfectly crisp on the outside and gooey on the inside. They’re savory, garlicky, cheesy, and bursting with seafood flavor—like garlic bread, crab dip, and shrimp scampi all rolled into one bite!

Perfect for holidays, game days, or when you want to impress your guests with something irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients For Crabby Shrimp Garlic Bread Bombs

  • 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (8–10 pieces) or pizza dough

  • ½ cup cooked shrimp, chopped

  • ½ cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for creaminess)

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • 3 tbsp butter, melted

  • ½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (or paprika + garlic powder mix)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Prepare filling – In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shrimp, crab, mozzarella, Parmesan, mayo, garlic, parsley, and Old Bay until creamy and well combined.

  3. Form the bombs – Flatten each biscuit or dough piece. Place a spoonful of the seafood mixture in the center, then pinch the edges together to seal. Shape into a ball.

  4. Butter topping – Mix melted butter with extra garlic and parsley. Brush over each dough ball.

  5. Bake – Place seam-side down on baking sheet. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

  6. Serve – Brush with more garlic butter, sprinkle with Parmesan, and serve warm with marinara or a lemony aioli dip.

Notes

  • Use fresh lump crab for best flavor, but canned works fine.

  • Shrimp should be pre-cooked (boiled, grilled, or sautéed).

  • You can swap mozzarella with Monterey Jack, cheddar, or a blend.

  • Make ahead: assemble, refrigerate, and bake right before serving.

Tips

  • Don’t overstuff or the filling may leak out while baking.

  • For extra crispiness, brush the tops with garlic butter halfway through baking.

  • Serve immediately for the meltiest, cheesiest bite.

  • Add a sprinkle of chili flakes or jalapeños for a spicy kick.

Servings

  • Makes 8–10 garlic bread bombs

  • Serves 4–5 people as appetizers

Nutritional Info (per piece, approx.)

  • Calories: 180

  • Protein: 9g

  • Fat: 10g

  • Carbs: 14g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sodium: 310mg

Benefits

  • High in protein from shrimp & crab.

  • Contains omega-3 fatty acids (supports heart and brain health).

  • Garlic and parsley add natural antioxidants.

  • A fun, portion-controlled way to enjoy seafood and bread together.

Q & A

Q: Can I make these with only shrimp or only crab?
A: Yes! Just double one protein and adjust seasoning to taste.

Q: Can I air-fry these instead of baking?
A: Absolutely. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden.

Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes. Freeze after assembling (before baking). Bake straight from frozen, adding 4–5 minutes to cook time.

Q: What dipping sauce works best?
A: Garlic aioli, marinara, or a lemony tartar sauce are excellent choices.

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