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Classic Creamy Baked Crab Dip

Close-up of hot baked crab dip in a white oval dish, featuring a bubbly, golden-brown melted cheese crust.
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Make this rich, cheesy baked crab dip for your next gathering. This recipe uses simple steps to create a flavorful, hot appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion (white and light green parts)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for topping)
  • Paprika, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8-inch pie dish or small oven-safe serving dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  3. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, cheddar cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder to the cream cheese. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
  4. Gently fold in the lump crab meat and the chopped green onion. Mix just enough to distribute the ingredients; avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
  5. Transfer the crab mixture to your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  6. Brush the top surface of the dip evenly with the melted butter. Sprinkle lightly with paprika for color.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with crackers or bread.

Notes

  • Use high-quality lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor in this essential crab dip ingredients recipe.
  • If you prefer a slightly spicier dip, add 1/4 teaspoon of hot sauce along with the wet ingredients.
  • To prevent the dip from becoming watery, make sure your cream cheese is fully softened but not melted before mixing.
  • Serve this party dip with sturdy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks like celery and carrots.

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