Crab Dip
A warm and creamy crab dip perfect for gatherings, this easy recipe combines crab meat, cream cheese, cheddar, and spices for a comforting snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked crab meat Use high-quality crab meat, whether it’s lump or claw.
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Leave it out to soften while prepping.
- 1/2 cup sour cream Balances the richness of the cream cheese.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preferably gooey and melted for best taste.
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise Adds creaminess but use sparingly.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens the flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Adds depth to the flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances the overall flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Complements the flavors and adds sweetness.
- to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.
- chopped green onions For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in the crab meat, cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9x9 inch baking dish and spread evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a minute before garnishing with chopped green onions.
Notes
Use fresh, quality ingredients for the best flavors. Avoid low-fat alternatives as they can alter the texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 10gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 500mgSugar: 2g
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