Description
Experience the indulgent, restaurant-quality taste of a classic seafood appetizer right at home. This creamy, savory dip features succulent lump crab meat folded into a decadent blend of cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and mayonnaise. Perfectly seasoned with Old Bay and melted cheeses, this bake-until-bubbly dip is guaranteed to impress at any gathering. Serve warm with your favorite crusty bread, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable crudités for an unforgettable appetizer experience.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup lump crab meat
1 cup mozzarella/jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (ensure alcohol-free)
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp hot sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, Old Bay, garlic powder, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat and half of the shredded cheese mixture.
Spread the mixture evenly into an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Top with remaining cheese and a light dusting of Old Bay.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Broil for 1 to 2 minutes for a crusty finish if desired.
Notes
Ensure you check the crab meat thoroughly for any cartilage or shell fragments. For the best flavor, hand-shred your mozzarella block rather than using pre-shredded bags. If you prefer extra heat, feel free to add a sprinkle of cayenne or more hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approx 1/4 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg