Crabmeat Appetizer Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Crabmeat Appetizer Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1/4 cup each chopped sweet red, yellow and green pepper; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1/4 cup butter; 27 ounces cream cheese, softened; 3 large eggs, lightly beaten; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 2 cups canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed; 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup each chopped sweet red, yellow and green pepper
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup butter
27 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 cups canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt

1
In a bowl, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter. Press onto the bottom of a 10-in. springform pan; set aside. In a skillet, saute peppers and onion in butter until tender; set aside.
2
In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the cream, crab, Swiss cheese, pepper mixture and salt. Pour over crust.
3
Place pan on a
4
. Bake at 325u00b0 for 60-65 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool for 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.
5
Remove sides of pan. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

1667

kcal

Calories

161

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup butter, melted, 1/4 cup each chopped sweet red, yellow and green pepper, and more.

Yes, Crabmeat Appetizer Cheesecake falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crabmeat Appetizer Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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