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Cheese and Crab Balls

Looking for a tasty but quick appetizer? Cheese and Crab Balls are super easy to make and perfect as a bite with holiday drinks.
Recipe Cheese and Crab Balls
  • Difficulty Easy
  • Preparation 10 minutes
  • Servings for 4 people

Among the simple appetizers perfect for any occasion, you absolutely have to note down Cheese and Crab Balls. Inspired by a Russian recipe, they need no cooking at all and are great served as finger food, especially at dinners or buffet parties.

It’s amazing how, by combining simple, everyday ingredients such as surimi (imitation crab) for the crab meat, Philadelphia and Robiola, you can make such a tasty recipe. But be warned: Cheese and Crab Balls will literally fly off the plate.

Among other simple ideas for your appetizers, don’t forget Salmon and Caper Crostini, a timeless classic, the tasty, gooey Fried Babybel and Prosciutto Parcels and, finally, Cheese-Stuffed Chili Peppers.

Ingredients for 4 people

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Method

  1. To make the Cheese and Crab Balls, start by cutting the crab meat (surimi) into very thin strips, almost like angel hair pasta.
    Surimi cut into very thin strips
  2. In a bowl, mix the Robiola with the Philadelphia, then add the crab meat and stir quickly to get an even mixture.
    Robiola, Philadelphia and crab meat mixed in a bowl
  3. Using a teaspoon, scoop up small portions of the mixture and roll them between damp hands before placing them on a serving plate.
  4. Serve the Cheese and Crab Balls cold or at room temperature. Finally, remember to download our App with exclusive content and fewer ads!

Variations and Alternatives

For a milder flavor, you can replace the Robiola with ricotta or another spreadable cheese of your choice.

Tips

We recommend placing the balls in small single-serving paper cups, so each guest can help themselves easily.

Storage

Cheese and Crab Balls keep in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days.

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