Easy Crab Dip
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of this Easy Crab Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both simple to prepare and irresistibly delicious. This creamy dip combines a velvety blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, seasoned with zesty fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic and onion powders, a dash of smoky paprika, and the bold kick of Old Bay seasoning. Generously loaded with tender lump crab meat and topped with melted cheddar cheese, it bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Ideal for parties, game days, or casual gatherings, this versatile crab dip can be served warm with crackers, crusty bread, or vegetable sticks—or chilled for a refreshing alternative. Quick to make with only 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is your go-to for easy entertaining and a guaranteed crowd favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 8 oz crab meat (lump or claw)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small baking dish or oven-safe bowl lightly with cooking spray.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and fresh lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper to the bowl, and stir until well incorporated.
Gently fold in the crab meat and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese, being careful not to break up the crab pieces too much.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges are bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly before garnishing with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks. Alternatively, refrigerate for a chilled dip option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.0 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 485 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 151 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 167 mg | 4% | |
*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.
