Air Fryer Crab Puffs

Air Fryer Crab Puffs –Love seafood? Love air fryers? Then you’re going to love this recipe for crab puffs! These delicious appetizers are easy to make and perfect for a party. Plus, they’re so healthy you can enjoy them guilt-free. Ready to get started? Let’s go!

Do you love crab puffs? But hate the doughy mess they often turn into? Well, your days of avoiding this delicious appetizer are over! With an air fryer, you can make perfect crab puffs every time. They’re crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside – just the way they should be. So get out your air fryer, and let’s get cooking!

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What Is An Air Fryer?

Air fryers are the latest must-have kitchen appliance. Wondering what an air fryer does and how it works? Keep reading to find out! An air fryer is a small countertop appliance that uses hot air to cook food. The hot air cooks the food quickly and evenly, making it a healthy alternative to frying. Air fryers can be used to cook all kinds of foods, from chicken breasts to french fries. So if you’re looking for a way to make healthier meals with little effort, an air fryer is the appliance for you!

What Are Crab Puffs?

Crab puffs. They might not be the fanciest hors d’oeuvres around, but they are one of the most popular. Everybody seems to love these little guys, and for a good reason – they are delicious! But what exactly ARE crab puffs? Essentially, they are just a Crab Rangoon – a wonton wrapper filled with crab meat and cream cheese – but in puff pastry form. They make a great appetizer or party snack and are always a hit with guests! If you’ve never made them before, don’t worry – it’s pretty easy. Just follow this simple recipe, and you’ll be on your way to making some fantastic crab puffs!

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

The decadent and delicious flavors of the south-eastern US are brought to you by this mouthwatering appetizer. My ideal finger food is a puffed pastry-wrapped stuffed with succulent crab meat, a creamy mayo sauce, and plenty of spices!

The delicious flavor of the sea in every bite, with a hint of saltiness that makes you want more!

A puffed pastry wrapping stuffed full of succulent crab meat served up alongside mayonnaise sauce, and plenty of spices is my idea for ultimate finger food. The texture isn’t too soft or hard but has just the right amount, so when dipped into this beautiful dish, your mouth feels refreshed after each chew while enjoying all those intact flavors.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Crab Puffs

Are you looking for a delicious and easy appetizer to make for your next party? If so, then check out these air fryer crab puffs! They are simple to make, and everyone will love them. Plus, they are the perfect dish to serve if you want to impress your guests. So what ingredients do you need to make these tasty puffs? Keep reading to find out!

• Crab Meat: You can use either lump or claw crab meat.
• Mayonnaise: Use either low or full-fat mayonnaise. You can also use sour cream or Greek yogurt. 
• Cream Cheese: Either use low-fat or full-fat cream cheese at room temperature.
• Worcheshire Sauce: This gives a great flavor
• Horseradish: A great way to add some spice to your crab puffs.
• Lemon Juice: Great flavor
• Old Bay Seasoning: Easy to make and tastes perfectly with crab!
• Minced Garlic: You can also use garlic powder.
• Chives: Fresh chives are great in this appetizer!
• Puff Pastry Sheets: For best results, defrost the puff pastry in the refrigerator to keep it cold.

How To Make Air Fryer Crab Puffs

Preheat the air fryer to 385* for 5 minutes. Roughly chop crab meat. Combine crab meat, mayonnaise, cream cheese, Worcestershire, horseradish, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, chives, and minced garlic in a medium mixing bowl. Stir well to combine.

Cut puff pastry dough into 4 x 4“ squares. Add a scoop of the crab mixture to the center of each puff pastry. Fold each corner over the top and into the center. Pinch to seal. 

Place crab puffs into the air fryer and lightly spray the tops with olive oil or canola oil—Cook for five to seven minutes.

Serve with a slice of lemon, and enjoy!

Pro Tips:

Dough: This recipe is easier to make if you keep the puff pastry cold while assembling them. Refrigerate the dough if you are cooking these crab puffs in the air fryer in batches.

Overfill: Be careful not to overfill the crab puffs. Otherwise, the filling will overflow as they air fry up. A spoonful or two will work. Make sure that you can close the crab puffs.

Seasonings: You can add any following herbs for even more flavor or additional spice. Chiptole, Sriracha Mayoannnise, or even some hot sauce.

Crowding: Depending on how large your air fryer is, you want to be careful not to crowd the basket. Otherwise, it will limit the airflow. An air fryer works by hot air circulating the air fryer basket, cooking up your food to perfection!

Fliping: I did not flip these crab puffs, but depending on which air fryer you own, you may need to convert them halfway during the cooking process.

Making These In An Air Fryer Oven: If you want to make these in an air fryer oven model, place the crab puffs on the bottom shelf so that both the inside and outside will cook together.

Recipe FAQ’s:

Can crab puffs be made with crescent dough?

Absolutely. You can easily roll out crescent dough and cut them into squares! You could also use wonton wrappers or even egg roll wrappers as alternatives. The cooking time and recipe will be the same.

Can you freeze crab puffs?

YES! You can quickly freeze them after baking and cooling them to room temperature. I place the cooked crab puffs onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, then pop the baking sheet into the freezer. Freeze the crab puffs until frozen solid. Then remove the frozen crab puffs and place them into a freezer bag or freezer-safe container. They will last for about 2 to 4 months.

You can either cook them from frozen in your air fryer or defrost them overnight in the refrigerator when ready to eat.

What kind of crab meat should you use in crab puffs?

This is a versatile recipe that you can use with any canned crab meat. Some great suggestions are lump crab meat, crab claw meat, or even imitation crab will work in this recipe. Whatever type of crab you use, make sure to flake it before adding it to the other ingredients.

More Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes:

If you’re looking for some delicious and creative air fryer appetizer recipes, look no further! We’ve gathered some of our favorites for you to try. We’ve got you covered whether you’re in the mood for something savory or sweet. So fire up your air fryer and get cooking!

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