Creamy, cheesy, and packed with sweet crab meat, this hot crab dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Serve it with crusty bread, crackers, or vegetables for dipping.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 pound lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells
- Optional: a sprinkle of paprika or extra Old Bay for garnish
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Crackers, baguette slices, or vegetables for serving
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, green onions, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Add Crab Meat: Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the crab mixture to a shallow baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly and the top is lightly golden.
- Garnish (Optional): If desired, sprinkle with paprika or extra Old Bay seasoning and chopped parsley before serving.
- Serve: Serve hot with crackers, baguette slices, or your favorite vegetables for dipping.