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Crabby Shrimp-Stuffed Garlic Bread Bombs

Crispy toasted baguette slices piled high with garlic butter shrimp, sweet crab, and melted mozzarella and Parmesan, then broiled until golden and bubbly. A quick, irresistible appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 French baguette, sliced
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and cooked
  • 1/2 cup lump crab meat (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt and black pepper, to taste
  • pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat broiler and line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. Toast baguette slices in a skillet with olive oil for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
  3. In the same skillet, heat butter and garlic, then add shrimp. Season and cook briefly until heated through.
  4. In a bowl, combine shrimp, crab meat, mozzarella, Parmesan, and parsley. Mix evenly.
  5. Spoon mixture onto each toasted bread slice, pressing lightly to secure.
  6. Broil for 3–5 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  7. Remove from oven, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Toast the bread well to prevent sogginess under the topping. Watch closely while broiling as the cheese can brown quickly. Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.