Creamy Crab Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible **Creamy Crab Dip**, a perfect blend of velvety textures and bold flavors. Made with real lump crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, and a touch of sharp cheddar, this baked crab dip is seasoned to perfection with a mix of garlic, onion powder, and a dash of hot sauce for just the right kick. A sprinkle of paprika adds a hint of smokiness and vibrant color, while fresh green onions bring a pop of freshness. This easy yet indulgent dish comes together in just 40 minutes and is ideal for parties, game-day gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a crowd-pleasing dip. Serve it warm with crispy crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggie sticks for a luxurious appetizer that’s guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 16 ounces lump crab meat
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
Gently fold in the crab meat and green onions until evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the crab mixture, ensuring it's evenly distributed.
Dust the surface with a light sprinkling of paprika for added color and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the dip is heated through.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm with bread slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 338.5 g | 434% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.4 g | 587% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 941 mg | 314% | |
| Sodium | 5165 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 131.1 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1688 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2074 mg | 44% | |
*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.
