Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite crab dip recipes, crafted to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Whether you prefer the classic hot crab dip, perfect for gatherings and parties, or the refreshing cold crab dip, ideal for summer gatherings, we've got you covered. Our collection also includes a gluten-free crab dip option, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delectable treat. With variations like the creamy crab rangoon dip, the flavorful Cajun crab dip, and the tangy lemon crab dip, our recipes offer a diverse range of flavors to suit every palate. Dive into a symphony of textures and savor the delicate sweetness of crab combined with a medley of herbs, spices, and creamy cheeses. These crowd-pleasing crab dips are guaranteed to be the stars of any occasion, whether it's a casual get-together or a special celebration.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CRAB DIP
This easy Crab Dip recipe is meant to impress, made with fresh lump crab meat in a creamy dip that can be served hot or cold.
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Appetizer
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Add cream cheese to a mixing bowl and beat until smooth. Stir in mayo, sour cream, garlic, green onion, Old Bay seasoning, salt, Worcestershire, and lemon juice.
- Add ¾ cup cheddar cheese and hot sauce and mix until smooth. Stir in crab meat.
- Spread into a 9″ pie dish or similar size baking pan and sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top. Bake for about 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve warm, with slices of sourdough bread, crackers, tortilla chips or chopped cold veggies.
- Leftover crab dip will keep, stored covered in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Rewarm in the microwave.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 22 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 1156 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MARYLAND HOT CRAB DIP
For the best texture, use lump crab meat and each ingredient listed. No substitutions! Serve with crusty baguette, sturdy crackers, celery, or fresh pita. For more success tips and to learn which crab meat to use, see blog post above.
Provided by Sally
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
- In a large mixing bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute.
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ground mustard, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce (if using). Beat on medium-high speed until combined. Using a spoon or rubber spatula, gently fold in the lump crab meat. If you used hot sauce, taste, then add more hot sauce if desired.
- Transfer to a 9-inch (or slightly larger) baking pan, pie dish, or oven-safe skillet. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until hot and bubbly around the edges.
- Serve warm.
- Cover and store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a 350°F (177°C) until warmed throughout.
HOT CRAB DIP WITH ALMONDS
Make and share this Hot Crab Dip with Almonds recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Crab
Time 35m
Yield 1 casserole, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together all ingredients (except Almonds) with fork.
- Place in an uncovered casserole dish and bake at 350 until bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Sliced Almonds may be sprinkled on top before baking.
- Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.1, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 55.2, Sodium 562.9, Carbohydrate 2.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 12.7
HOT CRAB DIP
This delicious, addictive crab dip will have your family begging for more. Serve as an appetizer with onion or garlic crackers.
Provided by PONYGIRL64
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Crab Dip Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese, crabmeat, lemon juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Transfer to a shallow 9x13 inch baking dish. Garnish with paprika.
- Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 26.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 118.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat will give your dip the best flavor. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
- Use a variety of cheeses. A combination of cheeses will give your dip a rich and complex flavor. Cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese are all good choices.
- Add some spices and herbs. Spices and herbs will help to boost the flavor of your dip. Old Bay seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder are all good choices.
- Don't overcook the dip. Overcooked dip will be tough and chewy. Cook the dip just until it is heated through and the cheese is melted.
- Serve the dip with your favorite dippers. Crackers, chips, and vegetables are all good choices for dipping.
Conclusion:
Crab dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and variety of dippers, crab dip is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give crab dip a try. You won't be disappointed!
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