Cream Cheese and Clam Dip
Dive into the irresistible creaminess of this **Cream Cheese and Clam Dip**, a seafood-inspired favorite that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Featuring a luscious blend of softened cream cheese and sour cream, this dip is elevated with the briny depth of canned clams and a splash of reserved clam juice for a savory punch. Zesty hits of Worcestershire sauce, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of hot sauce (if you like a kick) bring layers of flavor, while garlic and onion powders round out its perfectly seasoned profile. Best served chilled, this quick-to-make appetizer pairs wonderfully with crisp crackers or fresh veggies like carrots and celery. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color, and get ready to wow your guests with this creamy, tangy, and utterly crave-worthy seafood dip! Perfect for parties, game days, or any gathering where bold, creamy dips are a must.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened
- 6.5 oz Canned clams, drained (reserve 2 tablespoons of clam juice)
- 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, adjust to taste)
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
- Crackers or fresh vegetables (carrots, celery, etc.) for serving
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the drained canned clams, reserving 2 tablespoons of the clam juice, and fold them into the cream cheese mixture.
Mix in the reserved clam juice, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce as desired.
Transfer the clam dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, garnish the dip with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Serve the cream cheese and clam dip with crackers, fresh vegetables, or your favorite crunchy dippers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1320 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.6 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 374 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2355 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 46.9 g | 94% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 495 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 565 mg | 12% | |
*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.
