Best 4 Crab Dip In A Bread Bowl Recipes

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Are you looking for a delightful appetizer or snack that is easy to make and bursting with flavor? Look no further than our delectable crab dip in a bread bowl! This dish is a seafood lover's dream, featuring a creamy and flavorful crab dip enveloped in a warm and crusty bread bowl. Our recipe includes variations for different dietary preferences, such as a gluten-free bread bowl option and a dairy-free crab dip alternative. Whether you prefer a classic crab dip or a spicy Cajun-inspired version, we have got you covered. And if you are vegan, don't worry, we have a plant-based crab dip recipe that will satisfy your cravings. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, our crab dip in a bread bowl recipes are sure to impress your friends and family at any gathering. So gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this delicious and visually stunning dish!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB ARTICHOKE DIP IN A BREAD BOWL RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Crab Artichoke Dip in a Bread Bowl Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Taraespo

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large or 2 small round sourdough bread or rye bread
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, brought to room temperature
1/2 cup mayo
1/2 cup sour cream
1 (14-ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained, rinsed, and chopped
1 (12-ounce) jar lump crab
1/2 cup red pepper, finely chopped
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon buffalo hot sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
3/4 cup parmesan
1 cup mozzarella or sharp white cheddar, shredded
1/2 cup pepper jack, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the top off the loaf of bread and hollow out leaving 1/2-inch wall on all sides. Cut hollowed out bread into cubes. Bake bread cubes and bowl for 10 minutes to toast. Remove and set aside. In large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream until smooth. Stir in artichoke hearts, lump crab meat, peppers, onions, both sauces, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the 1/2 cup parmesan and the other cheeses. Spoon mixture into bread bowl and pat down. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until melted and slightly browned. Serve with bread cubes, pita chips, or crackers.

CRAB DIP IN A BREAD BOWL



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This was made for a large party and got rave reviews on taste & presentation. It could also be made with shrimp. Although I have not tried it this way, I believe the crab dip could be placed in cooked bread bowl, bread top placed on top,and all covered with foil and baked until hot.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Crab

Time 2h

Yield 1 9to11 inch bread bowl, 48-60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs cream cheese, softened (some of cheese can be fat free or low-fat)
2 lbs backfin crab meat
1 (12 ounce) bottle Heinz Chili Sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce
3 tablespoons horseradish (not horseradish sauce)
3 tablespoons oscar meyer bacon bits
1 cup toasted almond
2 packages bread mix
2 cups water

Steps:

  • If you purchase bakery round bread, omit the next few steps.
  • BREAD BOWL:Mix both bread mixes together according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Let rise until double in bulk.
  • With non-stick cooking spray, spray the inside of a 9" or 1" springform pan.
  • Knead dough and place in pan, pressing down as evenly flat as possible.
  • Let rise 1 to 2 hours until dough reaches the top of the pan.
  • Bake about 50-65 minutes at 350 degrees, until completely cooked.
  • Run knife around edge of loaf, and let cool completely.
  • Remove outer pan rim.
  • Cut a thin top layer from the bread and remove most of the bread inside, leaving a"shell" of bread to form your bowl.
  • Place bread on serving tray (large enough to hold crackers or bread cubes around it).
  • DIP:In mixer, mix cream cheese with all other ingredients except chili sauce and crab.
  • When well blended, add chili sauce and mix until blended.
  • Gently stir in crab meat.
  • Spoon into shallow baking dish and bake until warm in the center.
  • Cool until not hot to the touch.
  • Spoon crab dip into bread bowl on serving tray; sprinkle bacon and almonds on top, and surround with assorted crackers and a few sprigs of greenery for garnish.

HOT CRAB DIP IN BREAD BOWL



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Make and share this Hot Crab Dip in Bread Bowl recipe from Food.com.

Provided by inquisitiv

Categories     Crab

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup milk
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 lb crabmeat (fresh preferred, but canned will do the job on a budget)
Old Bay Seasoning
1 (1 lb) round loaf French bread
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix until creamy: cream cheese, milk, mayonnaise, horseradish, crab meat and Old Bay. Bake in an 8X12 pan at 350 for 35-40 minutes.
  • Cut out top of bread loaf. Scoop inside of loaf and tear to make dipping pieces.
  • Fill hollowed loaf with cooked mixture and top with shredded cheese, then sprinkle additional desired amount of Old Bay over cheese. Bake filled bread bowl for 45 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve hot with bread pieces.

CRAB DIP



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Hot crab dip served in a bread bowl. Perfect for parties!

Provided by Laurie O'Grady

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained and flaked
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 (1 pound) loaf round, crusty Italian bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion, mayonnaise, crabmeat, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Spread mixture into a 1 quart baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. While the dip is baking, cut a circle in the top of the bread, and scoop out the inside to create a bread bowl. Tear the removed bread into pieces for dipping.
  • Remove baked crab dip from the oven, and stir well. Spoon the mixture into the hollowed out loaf. Place bread bowl and chunks of bread on a medium baking sheet, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 318 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Use a good quality cream cheese. This will make the dip smooth and creamy.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat. It should be cooked through, but not tough.
  • Serve the dip warm with crackers, bread, or vegetables.
  • If you're making the dip ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Crab dip in a bread bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover crab meat, and it's always a hit with guests. So next time you're looking for a tasty and impressive appetizer, give this crab dip in a bread bowl a try.

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