These Crabby Shrimp-Stuffed Garlic Bread Bombs are outrageous in the best way—crispy on the outside, buttery-garlicky, and packed with creamy seafood filling. Perfect for parties or game day.
Crabby Shrimp-Stuffed Garlic Bread Bombs
Ingredients
Bread
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough or pizza dough (cut into 12 pieces)
Shrimp & Crab Filling
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled, deveined, finely chopped
- 8 oz lump crab meat (picked over)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon or spicy brown mustard
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions or parsley
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Garlic Butter
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- Optional: grated Parmesan
Instructions
1. Make the Filling
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayo, mustard, Old Bay, paprika, lemon juice, cheese, and herbs.
Fold in chopped shrimp and crab gently. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Assemble the Bombs
- Flatten each dough piece into a circle.
- Spoon 1–2 tablespoons filling into the center.
- Carefully wrap dough around filling and pinch tightly to seal.
3. Garlic Butter Coat
Mix melted butter, garlic, and parsley.
Roll each dough ball in the garlic butter.
4. Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan if using.
- Bake 14–18 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Finish
Brush with extra garlic butter right out of the oven.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with lemon aioli, spicy remoulade, or garlic ranch
- Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon zest
Pro Tips
- Chop shrimp very small so it cooks evenly.
- Seal the dough well to avoid leaks.
- Air fryer option: 360°F for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
If you want, I can also give you:
- Cajun-spiced version
- Cheddar-bay biscuit style
- Deep-fried party version
- Mini slider-style bombs 🦐🧄🔥
