Best 6 Crabby Football Cheese Spread Recipes

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**Indulge in a Touchdown-Worthy Feast: Craving a culinary experience that's as exciting as your favorite football game? Look no further than our Crabby Football Cheese Spread. This tantalizing spread is a harmonious blend of succulent crab, a symphony of melted cheeses, and secret ingredients that elevate it to legendary status.**

**Dive into the end zone of flavors with our Featured Recipe, a delectable Crabby Football Cheese Spread that's sure to be the MVP of your tailgate party. This recipe combines the richness of cream cheese and sour cream with the tangy zest of lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. Generous helpings of crabmeat, shredded cheddar cheese, and a touch of cayenne pepper create an explosion of taste that will leave your taste buds cheering.**

**If you're looking for a variation that's equally satisfying, try our alternative Crab Rangoon Football Cheese Spread. This innovative recipe takes inspiration from the classic crab rangoon appetizer, incorporating wonton wrappers and cream cheese for a crispy, golden-brown exterior that complements the creamy crab filling perfectly.**

**Whether you prefer the classic or the creative, our Crabby Football Cheese Spread recipes are sure to score big with your taste buds. Prepare to impress your fellow football fans with this winning dish that's as delicious as it is easy to make. Get ready to experience a tailgate party like never before!**

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRAB FOOTBALL SPREAD



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Fans keep coming back for more after tasting this delicious cheese ball. I don't make this spread just on football Sundays. You can be creative about molding the mixture into different shapes. -Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 1 cheese ball.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded provolone cheese
1 cup crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared mustard
Pretzel sticks
Assorted crackers and/or fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add cheddar cheese, provolone cheese, crab, cottage cheese, seafood seasoning, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Form mixture into a football shape. Arrange pretzels over top for laces. Serve with crackers and/or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 191mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI



Cream Cheese Crab Spread with Homemade Crostini image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces Neufchatel cheese or cream cheese, softened
1 pound fresh crabmeat, picked over for shells
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons prepared horseradish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 clove garlic
1 baguette, sliced into 18 rounds and toasted

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup of the crabmeat in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Roll into an 8-inch log and refrigerate until firmed up slightly, about 1 hour. Refrigerate the remaining 1/2 cup crabmeat until serving.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • Place the log on a serving platter. Spoon some of the sauce over it, reserving the remaining sauce in a small bowl to serve on the side. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup crabmeat on top and garnish with the chives. Rub the garlic onto one side of each slice of bread and arrange the bread on the serving platter.

CREAM CHEESE AND CRAB SPREAD



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Cream cheese and crab are two of my favorite ingredients. I would use chipotle as the hot pepper sauce. The servings yield is for cracker appetizer size.

Provided by Mexi-Rosie

Categories     Spreads

Time 40m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (6 ounce) package frozen crabmeat, thawed,drained,and chopped,reserving 2 tbsps. liquid
2 tablespoons minced white part green onions
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/4-1/3 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In mixer, beat until creamy: cheese, reserved liquid, onion, lemon juice, salt and hot pepper sauce.
  • Stir in crab meat.
  • Turn into shallow greased baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake uncovered in preheated 350° F oven 20 to 30 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Serve hot as a spread on bread rounds or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.9, Fat 3.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 59, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 1.8

CRABBIES



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My mom gave me this recipe. It was a childhood favorite! Crabby, cheesy, tasty! You can freeze the mixture if you want, and then thaw and use as needed.

Provided by Tracy Clark

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¼ cup margarine, softened
⅔ (5 ounce) container sharp processed cheese spread
8 ounces cooked crabmeat
¼ cup mayonnaise
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon dried parsley
8 English muffins, split

Steps:

  • Preheat oven on broiler setting.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together margarine and cheese spread. Stir in crabmeat, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and parsley. Spread the mixture on the split English muffins. Arrange on a cookie sheet.
  • Broil until the cheese mixture is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.5 g, Cholesterol 30.3 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 593.6 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CRAB SPREAD



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My family has fond memories of traveling to my parents' house for Christmas dinner. After a 12-hour drive, we'd be welcomed in the door with this special seafood spread. -Barbara Biddle, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1/4 teaspoon minced garlic
Paprika
Assorted crackers or vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. To serve chilled, cover and refrigerate until serving. Sprinkle with paprika., To serve warm, spoon into a greased 3-cup baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15 minutes or until heated through. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 13g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CRABBY FOOTBALL CHEESE SPREAD



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You'll score extra points when you serve this cheese ball at your next party or tailgate. The addition of crab and horseradish really enhances the flavor. And we just love the blend of cheeses. Yummy!

Provided by Sheri Zarnick

Categories     Seafood Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pkg cream cheese, room temperature (8 oz.)
2 c sharp shredded cheddar cheese
1 c provolone cheese, shredded
1/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c ricotta cheese
1/4 c sour cream
1 medium onion, chopped fine
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon juice
1 c canned crabmeat, flaked, drain juice
1 tsp horseradish
1/2 c cocktail sauce
pretzels sticks and assorted crackers/vegetables

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, ricotta, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, and horseradish till smooth.
  • 2. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Form mixture into the shape of a football. Place pretzels on top for laces.
  • 3. Serve with crackers and or vegetables.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh crab meat, sharp cheddar cheese, and creamy mayonnaise are essential for a delicious crab football cheese spread. If you can, use lump crab meat for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the spread: Overmixing can make the spread tough and gritty. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the spread before serving: Chilling the spread allows the flavors to meld and makes it easier to spread.
  • Serve the spread with your favorite crackers or vegetables: Crackers, bread slices, and vegetable sticks are all great options for serving crab football cheese spread.
  • Get creative with your toppings: You can top the spread with a variety of ingredients, such as chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, or crumbled bacon.

Conclusion:

Crab football cheese spread is a simple but delicious appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, savory flavor, and easy preparation, this spread is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give crab football cheese spread a try!

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