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Cajun Crawfish Bread Recipe

Name: Cajun Crawfish Bread Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 1 crusty French bread loaf (fresh or day-old); 2 tablespoons garlic butter (homemade or store-bought); 1 cup crawfish tails (fresh or thawed frozen); 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste); 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided: 1/2 cup for filling, 1/2 cup for topping); 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided: 1/2 cup for filling, 1/2 cup for topping); Hot sauce, to taste; Fresh chopped green onions; Fresh parsley or thyme (optional herbs)

ByLila Prescott December 11, 2025December 11, 2025

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Introduction

Cajun Crawfish Bread is a flavorful and cheesy treat perfect for sharing with friends and family. With tender crawfish tails, a spicy kick, and melted cheeses on crusty French bread, it’s a delicious appetizer or snack that’s quick to prepare.

Two pieces of thick, toasted bread with a golden-brown crust sit on a wooden cutting board. Each slice is topped with a creamy mix of small shrimp and reddish chunks, spread evenly to cover the surface. The shrimp mixture is sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs and small red spice flakes, adding texture and color. The wood grain of the cutting board is visible beneath the bread. The background has a soft, blurred white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 crusty French bread loaf (fresh or day-old)
1 cup crawfish tails (fresh or thawed frozen)

2 tablespoons garlic butter (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 cup chopped green onions

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (half for filling, half for topping)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (half for filling, half for topping)
Hot sauce, to taste
Fresh chopped green onions

Fresh parsley or thyme (optional herbs)

Instructions

Step 1: Slice the French bread loaf lengthwise, leaving a hinge so both sides remain connected. Spread a generous layer of garlic butter on both halves to create a flavorful base that will toast beautifully.
Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté chopped green onions until fragrant. Add crawfish tails and Cajun seasoning, stirring to coat evenly and warm through. Mix in half of the cheese blend to melt into a creamy, spicy filling.

Step 3: Spoon the crawfish mixture evenly onto the bottom half of the bread. Top generously with the remaining shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese to ensure every bite has gooey cheesiness.
Step 4: Place the assembled bread on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped green onions and a few dashes of hot sauce for color and an extra flavor kick. Slice and serve warm to enjoy the melty, spicy Cajun goodness.

Tips & Variations

Use day-old French bread for better toasting and structure, preventing it from getting soggy.
Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning and hot sauce based on your spice preference.
Substitute crawfish tails with cooked shrimp for a similar flavor if crawfish is unavailable.

Try adding a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for a subtle fresh note.

Storage

Store any leftover crawfish bread wrapped tightly in foil or plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness and melty cheese. Avoid microwaving to keep the bread from becoming soggy.