Air Fryer Crab Melts

Air Fryer Crab Melts — Who doesn’t love a good crab melt? This recipe is perfect for seafood lovers and easy to make in your air fryer. Crab meat is sandwiched between two cheese slices and toasted in the air fryer until melted and golden brown. Serve with a side of tartar sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Air Fryer Crab Melts are amazing! I made a batch for my kids today for a great quick lunch or snack!

Crab melts are amazing, and if you have ever had a crab sandwich with a great topping, they are so good and addicting.

I love a great and easy sandwich, and these crab melts prepared and cooked in the air fryer fit the bill.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Sandwiches, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER HARDEE’S BIG HOT HAM ‘N’ CHEESE, AIR FRYER PATTY MELT, AIR FRYER BLACKBERRY & GOAT CHEESE SANDWICHES, and AIR FRYER TURKEY CLUB SANDWICH.

What Are Crab Melts?

Crab melts, like tuna melts, are simple sandwiches that are added on top of bread and then heated until the cheese melts, and you get a great open-faced sandwich.

A crab melt usually contains lump crab, mayonnaise, diced celery, and onions and is smoothed with cheese. Or the cheese is mixed in, depending on how you prepare it.

While I used English Muffins today, these are usually prepared on bread. Any bread will suffice.

Why You Will Love Air-Fried Crab Melts

• Irresistible Flavor: Air-frying the crab melts results in a crispy and golden-brown exterior, while the inside is filled with a delectable mixture of crab meat, cheese, and savory seasonings.
• Quick and Convenient: Air frying is a fast and convenient cooking method.
• Customizable: You can customize your crab melts with your favorite ingredients and seasonings.
• Perfectly Melted Cheese: Air frying ensures that the cheese inside the crab melts and becomes wonderfully gooey and perfectly melted!
• Great for Parties: Air-fried crab Melts make an excellent appetizer or snack.
• Restaurant-Quality Results: You can achieve restaurant-quality results right at home with your air fryer.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Crab Melts

• Celery and Onions: Lends a mild onion flavor and a hint of freshness to the filling.
• Mayonnaise: Mayonnaise binds the crab meat mixture, adding creaminess and tanginess.
• Salt and Black Pepper: Adds some flavor.
• Tabasco Sauce: Enhances the savory umami notes in the filling.
• Crab Meat: Use high-quality lump crab for the best flavor and texture. It provides a sweet and salty taste that’s perfect for crab melts.
• Shredded Cheese: Opt for a blend of cheeses such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Swiss to create a creamy, gooey, and cheesy interior.
• English Muffins or Bread: Choose your preferred base, whether English muffins or slices of bread. These will serve as the vehicle for your crab melt.

How To Make Air Fryer Crab Melts

To make delicious Air Fryer Crab Melts, follow these simple steps:

Mix the cream crab meat, mayonnaise, diced celery, diced onions,  salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese.

Then, separate your English muffins. Spread the crabmeat mixture on top of the English Muffin. As you make them, place them in your air fryer basket or on your air fryer tray.

Set the temperature to 300 degrees F for 5-7 minutes. (air fryer setting)

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