Crab Bake
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this irresistible Crab Bake, a dish that’s loaded with tender lump crab meat and rich layers of cream cheese, sour cream, and a blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheeses. Lightly seasoned with zesty lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of Old Bay seasoning, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs, this baked appetizer is oven-to-table in just 25 minutes, making it an effortless crowd-pleaser. Serve it warm with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggies for dipping, and watch it become the star of your next gathering. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or looking for the ultimate comfort food, this Crab Bake is the perfect combination of creamy, cheesy, and savory goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces lump crab meat
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or butter.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth.
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder to the bowl. Mix thoroughly until combined.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped green onions, being careful not to break up the crab chunks too much.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly across the surface.
In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter. Mix until the breadcrumbs are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the crab mixture in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3199 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 265.1 g | 340% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.8 g | 584% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 867 mg | 289% | |
| Sodium | 4628 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.6 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 147.3 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2015 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 2187 mg | 47% | |
*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.
