Description
Crabby Shrimp-Stuffed Garlic Bread Bombs are a delicious and indulgent appetizer featuring a creamy seafood filling inside crusty Italian bread.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf crusty Italian bread
- 1 lb fresh shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup lump crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 Tbsp butter, melted
- 1 Tbsp chopped parsley
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice Italian bread in half horizontally, then cut into 3–4″ sections to form individual pieces.
- In a skillet, cook shrimp until just pink, then roughly chop.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mozzarella, crab, shrimp, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Hollow out each bread piece slightly and fill with the creamy seafood mixture.
- Brush tops with melted butter and sprinkle with parsley.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm with lemon wedges or creamy dip.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the filling.
- These can be made ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Experiment with different cheeses for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American