Maryland Hot Crab Dip

Maryland Hot Crab Dip

8 servings
My creamy, cheesy, hot crab dip is the perfect starter for your next get-together or game-day celebration. You'll love the sweet lump crabmeat blended with cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and the perfect combination of seasonings

Ingredients

  • block cream cheese

    room temperature*

    8 oz
  • mayonnaise
    ¼ c
  • sour cream
    ½ c
  • shredded cheddar cheese
    1 c
  • dry mustard
    1 tsp
  • lemon juice
    1 tsp
  • old bay seasoning
    2 tsp
  • worcestershire sauce
    2 tsp
  • fresh lump crab meat
    1 lb
  • shredded cheddar cheese

    for topping

    ¼ c
  • italian parsley

    finely chopped for garnish

    1 tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl using a handheld mixer (or stand mixer), beat the cream cheese on medium-high speed until smooth and creamy (1-2 minutes).

  3. 3

    Add the mayonnaise and sour cream to the whipped cream cheese.

  4. 4

    Beat on medium-high speed until combined.

  5. 5

    Add the cheddar cheese, Old Bay seasoning, mustard powder, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce to the cream cheese mixture.

  6. 6

    Beat on medium-high speed until combined.

  7. 7

    Add the crab meat to the cream cheese mixture and using a rubber spatula gently fold in the crab meat until combined.

  8. 8

    Add the crab dip mixture to one larger or two small casserole dishes.

  9. 9

    Top the crab dip with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped Italian parsley (optional) or sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning on top of the cheese.

  10. 10

    Bake the crab dip for 30-35 minutes until the dip is hot and bubbly around the edges or until the internal temperature of the crab dip reaches a minimum of 165 degrees F.

  11. 11

    Serve the crab dip warm with your favorite chips, celery and carrot sticks.

Maryland Hot Crab Dip

Maryland Hot Crab Dip

45 min8 servings230 cal

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About this Recipe

Planning your next gathering or game-day celebration? This creamy, cheesy Maryland Hot Crab Dip is the ultimate starter, guaranteed to disappear fast.

What sets this dip apart is the perfect harmony of rich, sweet lump crabmeat with a luxurious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar. The careful seasoning, featuring Old Bay and Worcestershire, elevates the authentic crab flavor without overpowering it.

Prepare for a truly decadent experience. Each scoop offers a warm, velvety texture that cradles generous pieces of sweet, succulent lump crabmeat. The creamy base, rich with blended cheeses, provides a comforting contrast to the subtle tang of lemon and the iconic spice of Old Bay. It's an irresistibly savory appetizer that feels indulgent yet remarkably easy to bring together. This dip is a surefire crowd-pleaser, delivering robust flavor in every bite.

Serve your Maryland Hot Crab Dip hot, straight from the oven, as the star appetizer for any festive occasion or casual get-together. It pairs beautifully with sturdy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or even crisp vegetable sticks for dipping.

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