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Ultimate Creamy Crab Dip (Hot or Cold)

Close-up of hot baked crab dip in a white ramekin, topped with melted, browned cheese and fresh green onions.
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Make this ultimate creamy crab dip for your next gathering. This recipe works well served warm and baked, or chilled as a quick, make-ahead party appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion (for garnish/mix-in)
  • Optional for Hot Dip: 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until completely smooth.
  2. Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much. Stir in half of the chopped green onion.
  3. For Cold Dip: Cover the bowl and chill the dip for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, to allow flavors to blend. Garnish with remaining green onion before serving with crackers or vegetables.
  4. For Hot Dip: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Transfer the dip mixture to a small, oven-safe baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
  5. Bake the hot crab dip for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the cheese is melted and lightly golden. Garnish with remaining green onion and serve warm with bread or sturdy chips.

Notes

  • For a Maryland style crab dip flavor, increase the Old Bay seasoning to 1.5 teaspoons.
  • This cold crab dip is an excellent make ahead dip for parties.
  • Serve with sturdy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks.

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