Hot Spinach and Crab Dip
Turn your next gathering into an unforgettable feast with this creamy, indulgent Hot Spinach and Crab Dip. Bursting with the rich flavors of lump crab meat, freshly wilted spinach, and a luscious blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan, this warm dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Finished with a hint of garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of optional hot sauce for a subtle kick, it delivers restaurant-quality taste in just 40 minutes. Perfectly golden and bubbly from the oven, it's an irresistible appetizer served with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggies. Whether you're hosting a game day party or a holiday get-together, this easy-to-make dip will have everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups mayonnaise
- 0.5 cups sour cream
- 1 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cooked lump crab meat
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the spinach and lightly pat it dry. Cook the spinach in a large skillet over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, until wilted. Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Roughly chop the spinach and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and minced garlic. Stir well until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the chopped spinach, lump crab meat, lemon juice, hot sauce (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the dip cool slightly. Serve warm with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.6 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.6 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 667 mg | 222% | |
| Sodium | 4768 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.2 g | ||
| Protein | 107.6 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1976 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 982 mg | 21% | |
*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.
