Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl – A Creamy, Cheesy Dream!
Get ready to scoop up creamy, cheesy, seafood goodness packed into a crispy bread bowl! This crowd-pleasing dish is rich, comforting, and absolutely irresistible.
Ingredients:
1 large round sourdough bread loaf (or similar)
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
1 cup lump crab meat (or imitation crab)
½ cup cooked scallops or extra shrimp (optional)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Bread Bowl:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Slice off the top of the bread loaf and hollow out the center, leaving about an inch thick shell. Save the inside pieces for dipping!
- Make the Seafood Filling:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and onion, cooking until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in shrimp, crab, and scallops (if using). Cook for 2–3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Add cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Spoon the creamy seafood mixture into the hollowed-out bread bowl.
- Place filled bread bowl on a baking sheet. Bake uncovered for about 20–25 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve:
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve hot with the reserved bread pieces, crackers, or veggie sticks for dipping!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, about 1/6 bowl):
| Calories | 420 |
| Carbs | 25g |
| Fat | 26g |
| Protein | 24g |
| Sugar | 3g |
Printable Recipe Summary:
| Stuffed Seafood Bread Bowl | |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 25 minutes |
| Total Time | 40 minutes |
| Servings | 6 servings |
FAQs
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble the bread bowl and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
Q: Can I substitute seafood types?
Definitely! Use lobster, clams, or even just all shrimp if you prefer.
Q: How do I keep the bread from getting soggy?
You can lightly toast the inside of the bread bowl before adding the filling for extra crispiness.
Q: Can I make a spicy version?
Yes! Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the filling.
Tip: Toast the bread pieces separately in the oven while the bowl bakes for extra-crispy dipping bites!
