Golden Cheddar Crab Cakes with Zesty Lemon Butter Drizzle
Indulge in the delightful flavor of Golden Cheddar Crab Cakes with Zesty Lemon Butter Drizzle. These crispy, golden-brown cakes are made with tender lump crab meat and creamy cheddar cheese, creating a perfect balance of savory goodness. The zesty lemon butter drizzle adds a refreshing touch, making these crab cakes a standout dish for any occasion. Whether served as an appetizer at a party or as a comforting main course for family dinners, these crab cakes are sure to impress everyone at your table. Simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, they are destined to become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lump crab meat
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine lump crab meat, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, Old Bay seasoning, and season with salt and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into patties and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the drizzle, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stir in lemon juice and garlic powder until combined.
- Serve warm with the lemon butter drizzle on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 crab cake
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg