Looking for an appetizer that will be the hit of the party? Look no further than these easy and elegant crab appetizers!

Crab is super easy to work with and perfect for appetizers because it's readily available cooked and cleaned so it's ready for crispy crab cakes, bubbling hot or cold dips or as filling for crab rangoon, puff pastry, phyllo cups or deviled eggs.
Although all the crab sold worldwide is wild-caught, I advise sticking with crab from U. S. waters. In some parts of the world, the crab is caught in ways that are illegal, not environmentally friendly or use unfair labor practices.
"Imitation crab" is usually Alaskan pollack. If that's what your budget dictates or you have a shellfish allergy, all these crab appetizer recipes can be made with that instead of real crab.
Enjoy these easy yet elegant crab appetizers!
Caroline says
Thanks so much for this great collection of recipes. Crab appetizers are one of our favorite things to serve and this has so many delicious options we can't wait to try.
Carol says
Thanks so much, Caroline. Hope you enjoy!
Sharon Rigsby says
I have been looking for recipe inspiration for a unique seafood appetizer to take to a party this weekend, and this collection is amazing! Now my only problem will be deciding which to choose. Thank you so much for sharing!
Carol says
Hi, Sharon, Thanks so very much!! You should definitely be able to find something in this great collection. Thanks again!