Print

Famous Crab Bombs

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Famous Crab Bombs are oven-baked mounds of tender, sweet jumbo lump crab meat with minimal filler. They’re rich, flavorful, and designed to highlight the natural taste of fresh crab—perfect for special occasions or seafood lovers.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 crab bombs
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup crushed buttery crackers or panko (adjust as needed)
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently pick through crab meat to remove shell pieces without breaking lumps.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, egg, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, parsley, and salt.
  4. Gently fold in the crab meat and just enough crushed crackers or panko to bind.
  5. Form into 4 large mounds and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush the tops with melted butter.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden and set.
  8. Serve hot with lemon wedges and optional sauce.

Notes

  • Add hot sauce or cayenne for a spicy kick.
  • Swap Dijon for whole grain mustard or add sour cream for creaminess.
  • Broil briefly at the end for a crispier top.
  • Make mini versions for appetizers; reduce bake time slightly.
  • Chill formed bombs before baking to help them hold shape.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://elladishes.com/famous-crab-bombs/