Irresistible Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl for Memorable Gatherings

This Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl is a versatile and crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines creamy filling with crusty bread, perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Bread Bowl

1 loaf Crusty Bread A sturdy sourdough or artisan loaf is best.

For the Filling

8 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy blending.
1 cup Shrimp Fresh shrimp, can substitute with crab or lobster.
1 cup Crab Meat Optional; substitute with other seafood as desired.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs Like parsley or dill, chopped.
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to add more for richness.

Equipment

Baking sheet
Mixing bowl
Sharp knife
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients.
Prepare the bread bowl by cutting off the top of the loaf and hollowing out the inside.
In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, shrimp, and crab meat. Add garlic powder, lemon juice, and herbs.
Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese into the seafood mixture.
Stuff the creamy filling into the hollowed bread bowl, pressing down gently.
Place on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Remove from oven, cool slightly, and serve with fresh veggies or crackers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid excess moisture in the filling to prevent sogginess. Chill the filling before stuffing for better texture.

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