Hot Cheese and Crab Dip
Dive into indulgent, coastal-inspired flavors with this Hot Cheese and Crab Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties or game day gatherings. Creamy and luxurious, this baked dip combines a trio of cheeses—cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan—with velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and a zesty touch of Old Bay seasoning for that quintessential seafood kick. Fresh lump crab meat takes center stage, offering sweet, succulent richness, complemented by the mild bite of green onions and an optional dash of hot sauce for heat. Baked until irresistibly golden and bubbly, this dip is a guaranteed hit when served warm alongside tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices. Whether you're hosting a casual evening or celebrating a festive occasion, this warm crab dip is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces Fresh lump crab meat
- 2 pieces Green onions (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- Tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, and hot sauce (if using). Stir until evenly distributed.
Gently fold in the fresh lump crab meat and sliced green onions, being careful not to break up the crab too much.
Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. Spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the top is lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before garnishing with chopped fresh parsley.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2461 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.9 g | 259% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.2 g | 501% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3898 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 126.8 g | 254% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2320 mg | 178% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1226 mg | 26% | |
*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.
