Zesty Crab Cups

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Zesty Crab Cups! Crispy wonton wrappers serve as the perfect vessel for a creamy, savory filling made with tender lump crab meat, zesty lemon, a hint of heat from sriracha, and a blend of bold flavors like Old Bay seasoning and fresh chives. Topped with melty mozzarella cheese, these bite-sized delights are baked to golden perfection, making them a crowd-pleasing favorite for parties, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion. Ready in just 25 minutes and bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make recipe is the ultimate combination of texture and taste. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: Zesty Crab Cups, crab appetizer, wonton cup recipe, party snack ideas, seafood snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 12 pieces wonton wrappers
• 1 cup cooked lump crab meat
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon zest of lemon
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 teaspoon sriracha or hot sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0 cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a standard muffin tin with cooking spray.

Step 3

Press one wonton wrapper into each cup of the muffin tin, forming small cups. Ensure the edges are pressed against the sides to hold their shape.

Step 4

Bake the wonton wrappers in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped chives, Old Bay seasoning, and sriracha or hot sauce. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spoon the crab mixture evenly into the baked wonton cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 8

Return the filled wonton cups to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the filling is warmed through and the cheese is slightly bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the crab cups from the muffin tin and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with additional chopped chives or a sprinkle of Old Bay seasoning, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	639.8 grams (639.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1412

Total Fat 89.50g	115%
Saturated Fat 40.70g	204%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 361mg	120%
Sodium 2761mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 64.10g	23%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 6.30g
Protein 86.40g	173%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1137mg	87%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 986mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 18.2%