Hot Clam Dip

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Dive into irresistible richness with this creamy Hot Clam Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game days, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave a savory indulgence. Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded mozzarella, this seafood dip gets its flavor boost from tender canned clams, a splash of reserved clam juice, and a kiss of garlic, parsley, and lemon juice to brighten every bite. Baked until bubbling and golden, this dip is expertly seasoned with Parmesan cheese, a touch of hot sauce, and subtle spices for a perfectly balanced bite. Serve it warm with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies for dipping, and watch it disappear in no time! Ideal for seafood lovers, this easy-to-make dip is ready in just 30 minutes and guarantees a flavorful centerpiece for any occasion.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 cans (6.5 oz each) Canned clams (drained, with 2 tablespoons of juice reserved)
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Dried parsley
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the drained clams, reserved clam juice, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir until well combined.

4. Transfer the mixture into a small oven-safe dish or pie pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula.

5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly with a golden-brown top.

6. Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes before serving.

7. Serve with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (139.7g)

Calories		296
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		22.8 g	29%
	Saturated Fat	13.4 g	67%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		88 mg	29%
Sodium		744 mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate		5.7 g	2%
	Dietary Fiber	0.1 g	0%
	Total Sugars	2.9 g
Protein		17.2 g	34%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		266 mg	20%
Iron		8.8 mg	49%
Potassium		120 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1229 cal (69.1%%)

Protein: 413 cal (23.2%%)

Carbs: 136 cal (7.7%%)