Description
Cheesy Cajun Crawfish Bread is a mouthwatering delight that combines creamy cheese with zesty crawfish, all nestled in a warm, crusty French loaf. This crowd-pleasing dish is perfect for gatherings, offering a unique twist that keeps everyone coming back for more. With its gooey filling and golden-brown crust, it’s an ideal choice for both casual dinners and festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crawfish tails (fresh or frozen, well-drained)
- 1 French bread loaf (about 12 inches)
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and lay both halves cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, crawfish tails, chopped green onions, and Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly over each half of the bread.
- Brush melted butter over the top of the filled bread.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbling and golden brown. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 75g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg