CREAMY CRAB CHEESECAKE

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A savory appetizer cheesecake such as this one, dotted with tender crabmeat, is sure to grab the attention and tempt the taste buds of party guests. It's an elegant spread that you make ahead, so there's no last-minute fuss.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 20-24 appetizer servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 25 crackers)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup sour cream, divided
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons grated onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon seafood seasoning
2 drops hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
Additional seafood seasoning, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of the greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Place pan on a wire rack. Reduce heat to 325°. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/4 cup sour cream until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low just until combined. Add onion, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, hot pepper sauce and pepper; beat just until blended. Fold in crab. Pour over crust. Return pan to baking sheet. , Bake for 35-40 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool 1 hour longer. Spread remaining sour cream over top. Refrigerate overnight. , Remove sides of pan. Let cheesecake stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with seafood seasoning if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Vitoria Da silva
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This cheesecake was a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. I would definitely make it again for a special occasion.


irene ndichu
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I've never made a cheesecake before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out perfectly and was a huge hit with my family.


Dinislam Rana
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This cheesecake was a little too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Alessio Ruddle
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I'm not a big fan of crab, but I really enjoyed this cheesecake. The flavor was delicate and the texture was perfect.


Fagaea Leituala
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This cheesecake was a huge hit at my holiday party. Everyone loved it!


Atif Kaleem
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I was surprised at how easy this cheesecake was to make. It's definitely a keeper recipe!


BADAR Xoxo
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This cheesecake was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try using less salt next time.


Laxman Bajagain
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or just a regular weeknight dinner.


Patrick Zirkle
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This cheesecake was amazing! The creamy texture and the subtle flavor of the crab were perfect together. I will definitely be making this again.


Alina Abbas
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheesecake didn't turn out. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Sami Eazy
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This cheesecake was a little too rich for my taste, but my husband loved it. I think it would be perfect for a special occasion.


MaaHiiM
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I made this cheesecake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cheesecake he's ever had.


Jason Augusts
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The recipe was easy to follow and the cheesecake turned out perfectly. It was a big hit with my family.


Jamal Hossein
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I've never had crab cheesecake before, but this recipe made me a believer! It was so easy to make and the results were incredible.


Rabia Sabir
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This crab cheesecake was a hit at my last dinner party! The creamy texture and the rich flavor of the crab were a perfect combination, and the presentation was stunning.


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