Maryland Style Crab Cake Minis

Cooking preparation

Remove crab cakes from all packaging before cooking. Crab cakes should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F.

Bake from Frozen:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. Place cakes on a lightly buttered baking sheet.
3. Bake for 9 minutes, flip, and bake additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.

Air Fry from Frozen:

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
2. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes.

Based on a 1550-watt Power XL air fryer. Air fryers vary; adjust cooking times as needed.

Pan Sauté from Thawed (Recommended):

1. Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in pan for about 1 minute over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce to medium heat. Carefully add crab cakes to pan and cook 3 ½ minutes, flip, and cook an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
3. Place on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.

Thawing Cakes:

1. Defrost in the refrigerator 8-10 hours before cooking.

Quick Thaw in Microwave:

1. Remove crab cakes from all packaging and place on a microwavable plate.
2. Heat on high for 30 seconds, flip, and heat another 15 seconds. Microwaves vary, adjust time as needed. Do not fully cook in microwave.

CAUTION: May be extremely hot. Allow product to stand for 2-3 minutes before serving.