Spicy Clam Dip
Dive into the irresistible flavors of this Spicy Clam Dip, a creamy and zesty appetizer that's perfect for seafood lovers and spice enthusiasts alike. Featuring tender chopped clams blended with velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and a splash of lemon juice, this dip gets its bold kick from a dash of hot sauce and a medley of savory seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this make-ahead dip is quick to prepare—just 10 minutes—and showcases a chilled, refreshing texture after resting in the fridge. Serve it with crackers, chips, or crisp veggie sticks for the ultimate party starter or game-day highlight. Whether you're hosting or just indulging, this Spicy Clam Dip is sure to impress with its perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and spicy notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans Canned chopped clams (drained, reserve 2 tablespoons of juice)
- 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 teaspoons Hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
- optional Crackers, chips, or vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Beat it with a hand mixer or a spatula until smooth and creamy.
Add the sour cream, reserved clam juice, hot sauce, and lemon juice to the bowl. Stir until the mixture is well combined and smooth.
Fold in the drained chopped clams, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning, adding more hot sauce for extra spice or salt to taste.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top as a garnish.
Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
261 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 626 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 179 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.
