Christmas Pizza
A festive and creamy seafood appetizer featuring crabmeat, chili sauce, and herbs, perfect for holiday gatherings and served with crackers for a delightful crunch.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, chopped onion, lemon juice, mayonnaise, and garlic salt until smooth using a food processor or electric mixer.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a 12-inch serving plate.
- Spread chili sauce evenly over the cream cheese mixture, leaving a 3/4-inch margin around the edges.
- Sprinkle drained and flaked crabmeat over the chili sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve with crackers.
Tips & Substitutions
For a smoother texture, ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. You can substitute the crabmeat with imitation crab or shredded cooked chicken if desired. To add a bit of spice, consider mixing in a dash of hot sauce with the chili sauce. This Christmas Pizza is great for holiday gatherings and can be enjoyed as a part of your seafood recipes.
Serving Suggestions
This Christmas Pizza is perfect as an appetizer and pairs well with a light salad or a platter of fresh vegetables. Serve it alongside crackers for a delightful crunch. For a festive touch, consider including a variety of dips or spreads, such as hummus or spinach artichoke dip, to complement the flavors.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, allow the pizza to come to room temperature before serving again, or enjoy cold as a refreshing snack. Do not freeze, as the texture may change after thawing.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Christmas Pizza contains roughly 210 calories, with 5g protein, 15g carbohydrates, and 16g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (50% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and dietary fiber. It also contributes 5g of dietary fiber toward your daily target.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this pizza in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the cream cheese mixture and spread it on the plate a day ahead. Just add the chili sauce, crabmeat, and parsley right before serving to ensure freshness and prevent sogginess.
What can I use instead of crabmeat?
If crabmeat is unavailable or if you prefer a different flavor, shredded cooked chicken or imitation crab can be good substitutes. You could also try using diced shrimp for a different seafood twist.
How can I make this dish vegetarian?
To create a vegetarian version, omit the crabmeat and replace it with finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or olives. You could also use a spread made from mashed avocados or roasted red peppers for added flavor.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).