Prepare Ingredients: Drain crab meat and check for shells. Gather all other ingredients.

Mix Base: Combine crab meat, cream cheese, cheddar, breadcrumbs, green onions, garlic powder, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Bind Mixture: Add beaten egg and mix until fully combined.

Form Crab Bombs: Roll mixture into approx. 2-tablespoon balls and place on a plate.

Choose Cooking Method: For baking, preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet. For frying, heat oil in a pan.

Bake or Fry: Bake crab bombs for 15-20 mins until golden, or fry 4-5 mins on each side until crispy.

Drain & Serve: Transfer fried bombs to paper towel-lined plate, let cool slightly, and serve garnished with parsley.