Easy Crab Dip
A creamy and nutritious crab dip, perfect for parties or as a snack, combining the fresh flavor of lump crab meat with rich and tangy ingredients.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese Softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup Sour cream
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 clove Garlic (grated or minced)
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Lump crab meat Gently folded in
- 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan cheese Half mixed in, half for topping
Seasoning
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Fresh cracked pepper
- 2 tbsp Minced green onion For flavor and garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise using a hand mixer until smooth.
- Add in the minced garlic and Worcestershire sauce, blending until evenly distributed.
- Fold in the lump crab meat, half of the Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice gently so as not to break apart the crab meat.
Baking
- Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining shaved Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven when done; let it cool slightly before serving.
Serving
- Serve warm alongside your choice of whole grain crackers, vegetables, or as a sandwich spread.
- Consider garnishing with additional chopped green onions for a pop of color.
Notes
For a smoother dip, ensure your cream cheese is fully softened. You can also swap out half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lower-calorie version. This dip stores well in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.