Dive into the creamy, savory indulgence of Layered Crab Dip, a show-stopping appetizer perfect for any gathering! This easy, no-bake recipe combines a velvety base of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, infused with bright lemon juice, a hint of garlic, and a touch of heat from Worcestershire and hot sauce. Topped with succulent lump crab meat, sharp shredded cheddar, crisp green onions, and a sprinkle of paprika, each layer bursts with flavor and texture. Serve it chilled with crunchy crackers or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing dip thatβs ready in just 15 minutes of prep. A quick, seafood-inspired favorite thatβs guaranteed to impress!
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto the bottom of a large serving platter or shallow dish.
Spread the drained lump crab meat evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the crab meat layer.
Top the cheddar cheese with the thinly sliced green onions, fresh parsley, and a light dusting of paprika for color and flavor.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable sticks on the side for dipping.
Calories |
3658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 337.3 g | 432% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.8 g | 594% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 842 mg | 281% | |
| Sodium | 3162 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.9 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 92.2 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1556 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1152 mg | 25% | |
*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.