Easy Crab Spread
Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, this Easy Crab Spread is a creamy, flavorful appetizer that comes together in just 15 minutes of prep. Featuring a luscious blend of cream cheese, tangy mayonnaise, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, it’s elevated with the bright acidity of lemon juice, savory garlic powder, and tender shredded crab meat. Thinly sliced green onions add a fresh pop of color and flavor, while optional hot sauce allows for a customizable kick. This crowd-pleasing dip requires no cooking—simply mix, chill, and serve with crackers, baguette slices, or crisp veggies. Ideal for seafood lovers, this quick and easy crab spread is a must-try for your next gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup cooked and shredded crab meat
- 2 stalks green onions (thinly sliced)
- as needed hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 10 minutes or microwaving it for 15-20 seconds.
Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce to the bowl. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold in the shredded crab meat, green onions, and hot sauce (if using).
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Transfer the crab spread to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
Chill the crab spread in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables of your choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.8 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 70 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1032 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 74 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 199 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.
