Crab Dip

This creamy, cheesy crab dip is packed with generous chunks of crab meat and blended with rich, melty cheese for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword Artichokes, Crab, Game Day Appetizer

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Calories 298kcal

Author Darcey Olson

Cost $30

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
¼ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1½ cups shredded cheese, divided *Note 1
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
½ tsp dijon mustard
¼ tsp garlic powder
1 lb cooked crab meat
kosher salt, to taste *Note 2
¼ cup sliced green onions, optional garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, with a hand or stand mixer, until well combined.
Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 cup cheese, dijon mustard, lemon juice, cajun seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce and beat on medium-high speed until well combined. Gently fold in the crab meat with a spatula.
Transfer to a 9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until hot and bubbly. OPTIONAL: For a browned and crispy crust, broil it for 2-3 minutes.
Top with green onions. Serve immediately for best results.

Notes

Note 1 - Use a mix of soft, meltable cheeses. Good options: mozzarella, Monterey Jack, pepper jack, Gruyère. If you're into parmesan cheese, throw in a 1/4 cup on top of the cheese called for above.

Note 2 - The sodium content of crab varies by brand, and if you're using canned vs. fresh. Wait to add any salt until you've tasted it before baking.

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