Cheesy Crab Stuffed Bread Bowls 🦀🧀

Crispy bread and creamy seafood make the ultimate cozy comfort meal!

 Ingredients

For the Bread Bowls:

4 crusty round bread rolls (sourdough or artisan)

8 oz lump crab meat

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup mayonnaise

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning

½ tsp paprika

1 tsp lemon juice

2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tbsp melted butter

 How to Make It

 Prepare the Bread

Slice the tops off the bread rolls and carefully hollow out the centers, leaving sturdy walls to hold the filling. Lightly brush the insides with melted butter. This easy appetizer, best stuffed bread recipe, and party favorite starts with perfectly crisp bread.

 Make the Creamy Filling

In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper until creamy. This cheesy seafood filling, restaurant-quality recipe, and easy comfort food is loaded with rich flavor.

 Fill the Bread Bowls

Spoon the crab mixture generously into each bread bowl, creating a slightly rounded top. Sprinkle with a little extra mozzarella and Parmesan. This loaded seafood bread, best cheesy bake, and homemade gourmet meal looks irresistible before it even bakes.

 Bake Until Golden

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes, then broil for 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and beautifully golden. This golden cheesy crust, ultimate seafood appetizer, and family dinner favorite delivers the perfect finish.

 Garnish & Serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately while the bread is crisp and the filling is hot and creamy. Pair with a fresh salad or seafood bisque for the best comfort food, easy entertaining recipe, and crowd-pleasing dinner.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 22 minutes | Total Time: 42 minutes | Serving: 4 people

Calories: ~640 per serving | Protein: ~29g per serving