Golden, Cheesy Crab Rangoon Croissants
Golden, buttery croissants meet the irresistible flavors of classic crab Rangoon in this indulgent twist on a takeout favorite. Flaky pastry envelopes a rich, creamy filling packed with tender surimi seafood, melty mozzarella, and a hint of fresh herbs and spices. Each bite is a perfect balance of crisp, cheesy, and savory—ideal for brunch, appetizers, or a decadent snack.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4-6 croissants
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
Crab Rangoon Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 12 oz Surimi seafood finely chopped
- 2 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup green onions finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic minced or powder
- ½ tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Garlic Butter
- 5 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
Garlic Butter
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, minced garlic, and salt. Stir well to distribute the garlic evenly. Set aside for brushing later.
Crab Rangoon Filling
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped Surimi seafood, shredded mozzarella, green onions, parsley, onion powder, garlic, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
- Once fully mixed, transfer the filling to a piping bag for easy application.
- TIP: No piping bag? No problem! Simply transfer the mixture to a zip-top bag, push the filling toward one corner, and snip off the tip to create a makeshift piping bag.
Assemble
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the croissants: Using a sharp knife, make 4-5 shallow slits across the top of each croissant, being careful not to slice all the way through. These cuts will hold the filling.
- Fill the croissants: Pipe or spoon the Crab Rangoon Filling into the slits, ensuring each croissant is generously stuffed.
- Brush with garlic butter: Using a pastry brush, coat the tops of the stuffed croissants with the prepared garlic butter.
- Bake: Arrange the croissants on the prepared baking sheet and place them on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and the filling is warmed through.
- Final touch: Once baked, brush the croissants with the remaining garlic butter for extra flavor. Sprinkle with additional chopped parsley or chives for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Serve & Enjoy
- Serve warm with a side of sweet chili sauce for dipping. Enjoy immediately for the best texture and flavor!