Description
A rich and tangy hot cheesy crab dip that’s perfect for game nights and holiday parties. Easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons panko (optional)
- 1/4 cup extra cheese for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whip the softened cream cheese with the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, green onions, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle with panko and extra cheese on top, if using.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly; broil for 1-2 minutes for a golden crust if desired.
Notes
For best results, use real lump crab meat and ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing. This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg