Description
This creamy and cheesy crab dip is a rich, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for holidays, game days, or any celebration. Loaded with tender lump crab meat, melty cheese, and savory seasonings, this baked crab dip is warm, indulgent, and always a hit—easy to prep ahead and ready in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lump crab meat (fresh or canned), drained and picked over
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional for extra gooeyness)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika or Old Bay seasoning (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a small baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in garlic, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce.
- Fold in crab meat, cheddar, mozzarella, half the Parmesan, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Spread mixture into the baking dish. Top with remaining Parmesan and sprinkle with paprika or Old Bay.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving with chips, crostini, or veggies.
Notes
- Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- Add chopped shrimp or scallops for extra seafood flavor.
- Try Fontina or Gruyère for a gourmet cheese twist.
- Mix in spinach or artichokes for added depth and texture.
- Best served hot, but still tasty chilled with crackers.
