Clam Dip
Dive into the irresistible flavors of the sea with this creamy and savory Clam Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring softened cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and tender canned clams, this dip is perfectly seasoned with a medley of Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and onion powder, with an optional kick of hot sauce for heat lovers. Adjust the consistency with reserved clam juice and garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant touch. Perfect for spreading on crackers, pairing with chips, or serving alongside crunchy veggies, this versatile dip is a must-have for parties, game days, or everyday snacking. Make it ahead of time to allow the flavors to meld for an even tastier experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 6.5 oz Canned clams, drained with juice reserved
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Hot sauce (optional)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese and beat it with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce (if using), salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix until fully incorporated.
Gently fold in the drained clams. Gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the reserved clam juice to adjust the consistency of the dip to your liking.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, black pepper, or hot sauce to suit your preference.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or fresh veggies, or cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours to let the flavors meld even further.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1200 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.5 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2373 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 483 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
