Prepare Ingredients: Drain the crab meat well and remove any shells. Make sure all ingredients are ready to go.

Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until it’s well combined.

Bind the Mixture: Add the beaten egg into the mixture. Stir everything well until the mixture holds together. If the mixture is too wet, add extra breadcrumbs until it firms up.

Form the Bombs: Take about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball shape. Repeat with the remaining mixture until you have all your crab bombs formed.

Choose Cooking Method:

For Baking: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the crab bombs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown.

For Frying: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Carefully add the crab bombs, frying them in batches for about 4-5 minutes per side until they’re golden and crispy.

Drain Excess Oil: If you’re frying the crab bombs, transfer them to paper towels to drain off excess oil.

Serve Hot: Serve the crab bombs hot and fresh. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.