How to Cook Dungeness Crab Cakes from Frozen

Wild Alaskan Company’s Dungeness Crab Cakes make it easy to enjoy one of Alaska’s most celebrated seafoods at home — no prep or thawing required. Made with thoughtfully selected ingredients like farmhouse cream cheese, avocado oil, and cassava flour, these gluten-free, egg-free crab cakes let the naturally sweet, robust flavor of wild Dungeness crab take center stage. These decadent crab cakes are designed to go straight from the freezer to the oven or air fryer for an elevated meal in minutes.

Prepared with vibrant, single-origin herbs and spices grown on small farms, these crab cakes pair beautifully with a punchy remoulade, a crisp green salad, or roasted vegetables. They also make a delicious addition to brunch alongside poached eggs and fresh greens.

For the best texture and easiest handling, cook Dungeness Crab Cakes directly from frozen. Because they're made with premium ingredients and without traditional binders like eggs, thawing can make the cakes more delicate and prone to breaking apart.

Air Fry from Frozen (Preferred Method)

The air fryer delivers a golden exterior while keeping the inside tender and packed with sweet Dungeness crab flavor.

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F, if needed.
2. Remove the frozen crab cakes from packaging.
3. Lightly spray the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray to help prevent sticking.
4. Arrange the crab cakes in a single layer, leaving space between each cake for air circulation.
5. Air fry at 400°F for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the crab cakes are heated through and lightly browned on the outside.
6. Let the crab cakes rest for 1 minute before serving.

Bake from Frozen

Baking is a simple, hands-off method that produces evenly cooked crab cakes with a lightly crisp exterior.

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.
3. Remove the frozen crab cakes from their packaging and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the crab cakes are heated through and lightly browned.
5. Optional: Heat broiler to high and arrange baking sheet with crab cakes 4 to 6 inches away from broiler element. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes until golden brown on top.
6. Let the crab cakes rest for 1 minute before serving.

Serving Tips

Serve Dungeness Crab Cakes with your favorite dipping sauce, such as remoulade, tartar sauce, or a smoky mayo. Pair them with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, or crispy potatoes for an easy dinner, or enjoy them as part of a brunch spread. A squeeze of fresh lemon just before serving brightens the naturally sweet flavor of the crab.