Description
Creamy, irresistible Hot Crab Dip brings coastal flavors straight to your kitchen table. Packed with succulent crab meat, tangy cheeses, and a hint of zesty seasoning, this crowd-pleasing appetizer will have guests diving in for more.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
Cheeses:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
- 2 green onions, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Carefully inspect canned crab meat, removing any hidden shells or tough cartilage while draining and delicately patting dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture.
- Create a silky base by whisking cream cheese and mayonnaise until perfectly smooth, then introduce Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, tangy lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and zesty Old Bay seasoning, stirring until harmoniously blended.
- Tenderly incorporate crab meat into the mixture, using a gentle folding technique to preserve the delicate texture of the seafood.
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and generously grease a baking dish, then evenly distribute the crab mixture across the surface.
- Bake the dip for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the top transforms into a golden-brown crust and the interior becomes piping hot.
- Allow the dip to rest momentarily after removing from the oven, then present alongside rustic bread, crisp crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités for an irresistible appetizer experience.
Notes
- Choose fresh lump crab meat for the most authentic and rich flavor, avoiding stringy or overly processed options.
- Opt for full-fat cream cheese and mayonnaise to ensure a creamy, luxurious texture that holds together perfectly.
- Adjust seasonings by reducing Old Bay for a milder taste or adding extra for more zesty kick, depending on personal preference.
- Keep the dip warm in a slow cooker during parties to maintain its smooth consistency and prevent cooling and separation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg