Best 10 Creamcheese Crab Salad Spread Danas Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Cream Cheese Crab Salad Spread, a harmonious blend of rich cream cheese, succulent crab meat, crisp celery, sweet red onion, and tangy lemon juice. This versatile spread is a culinary delight that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. It's a perfect finger food, served as a dip with crackers or spread on sandwiches and bagels. For a more elaborate presentation, fill tart shells or phyllo cups with the creamy crab salad and bake until golden brown. Whether you're hosting a party or looking for an easy and flavorful lunch, this Cream Cheese Crab Salad Spread is sure to impress your taste buds.

In addition to the classic Cream Cheese Crab Salad Spread recipe, the article also offers variations using different types of crab meat, such as Dungeness, king, and blue crab. For those who prefer a vegetarian option, there's a delightful Cream Cheese Cucumber Spread that captures the essence of the classic dish without the seafood. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Cream Cheese Fruit Salad Spread combines the tanginess of cream cheese with the sweetness of fresh fruit, creating a unique and refreshing treat.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI



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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.

CRAB SALAD CHEESE BALL OR SPREAD



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Peppers and celery give this cheese ball a nice crunch. It's impressive enough to serve at a dinner party, or simple enough to enjoy on game day. Quick & easy this is guaranteed to be a hit!

Provided by Judy Garcia

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 c mayonnaise (may use reduced-fat)
1 dash(es) garlic salt, to taste
1 dash(es) ground black pepper, to taste
8 oz imitation crab meat (can use real crab)
1/2 c (2 oz) finely grated mozzarella cheese
2 Tbsp finely grated sweet red bell pepper
2 Tbsp finely chopped green onions
2 Tbsp finely chopped celery
2 pkg (8 oz. each) cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients; shape into one or two balls and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.

SEAFOOD SALAD/CRAB SALAD SPREAD



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This is an awesome and delicious appetizer for a last minute preparation/invitation for a party or picnic. Or make ahead for your pre-planned gathering. Chill until served.

Provided by TheDancingCook

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 lb seafood or 3/4 lb crab, salad (already prepared at your local deli/seafood counter)
3 ounces cream cheese
seafood cocktail sauce
cracker, assortment

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese and seafood salad.
  • On a dinner sized plate, mold mixture into a ring, leaving room on outside of ring for crackers.
  • Pour cocktail sauce in the middle of ring.
  • Chill until served.
  • Arrange cracker assortment around plate, outside of salad ring.

CRAB SPREAD



Crab Spread image

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.

HOT-CRAB AND PIMIENTO-CHEESE SPREAD



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Chock-full of crab and topped with chunks of rustic bread, this irresistible spread is substantial and hearty. Offer a knife for slathering it onto cut vegetables.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
6 ounces extra-sharp yellow cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 ounces crab meat, picked over
1/4 cup chopped pimiento (from a 4-ounce jar)
1/4 cup sliced scallions (from about 3 scallions)
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, plus more to taste
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Hot sauce
1 1/2 cups torn rustic bread (from 1 loaf, crust trimmed)
Endive leaves, cucumber spears, and celery sticks, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Mash cream cheese in a bowl until very soft. Add cheddar and 1/2 cup mayonnaise and stir to combine. Stir in crab, pimiento, scallions, lemon juice, salt, and hot sauce to taste. Spoon mixture into two 14-ounce baking dishes, dividing evenly.
  • Stir together torn bread and remaining 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. Top spread with bread mixture, dividing evenly. Bake on a baking sheet until golden brown and bubbling, about 25 minutes. Serve immediately with vegetables.

CRAB SALAD WITH CREAM CHEESE



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This recipe is made with imitation crab salad and is great on croissants. It is different from the usual crab salad as it is made with cream cheese. Very easy, we take crackers and eat it while boating all the time!

Provided by Amber C.

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 lbs imitation crabmeat
8 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise, add to taste, it may need more
1 cup celery, diced
5 ounces black olives, chopped
1/2 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Put crab meat in a mixing bowl and stir until crab has shredded into small pieces.
  • Add cream cheese, mix until well combined.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, mix until well combined.
  • Place in fridge until cold.
  • Serve cold on croissants, crackers, bread etc!
  • *The salad will not have big pieces of crab, when mixing it breaks it down*.

CRAB SPREAD I



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An easy, but filling appetizer for your next party. Serve with small serving knife over assorted crackers.

Provided by L. Gerken

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (6 ounce) can crab meat, drained
1 (12 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on large plate. Cover with crabmeat, squeeze juice of one lemon over the crabmeat. Pour cocktail sauce over top of the entire concoction.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1324.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

CRAB SALAD



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Make and share this Crab Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Giggles

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces imitation crabmeat
8 ounces fat free cream cheese
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Blend cream cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice.
  • Chop crab meat into bite size pieces.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Serve cold.

CREAMY CRAB SPREAD



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This spread is so good, we never have leftovers. It's ideal for busy days because it's ready in a jiffy. -Norma Reynolds, York, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon grated onion
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise and ketchup; beat until smooth. Stir in the crab and onion. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 396mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality crab meat for the best flavor. Fresh or frozen crab meat can be used, but be sure to thaw frozen crab meat completely before using.
  • If you are using canned crab meat, be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Use a food processor or blender to finely chop the crab meat. This will help to create a smooth and creamy spread.
  • Be sure to use softened cream cheese. This will help to make the spread smooth and easy to mix.
  • Add mayonnaise to taste. The amount of mayonnaise you add will depend on how creamy you want the spread to be.
  • Season the spread with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
  • Garnish the spread with fresh herbs, such as dill or chives, before serving.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese crab salad spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. It is perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. With its creamy texture, delicate crab flavor, and tangy lemon dressing, this spread is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give this cream cheese crab salad spread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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