Description
Indulge in the creamy and flavorful Maryland Crab Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines lump crab meat with a blend of cheeses and seasonings. Perfect for parties or gatherings, this hot and cheesy dip is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
Creamy Base:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Cheesy Crab Blend:
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 lb lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Creamy Base: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, garlic powder, and cayenne.
- Blend Cheeses: Fold in cheddar, Parmesan, and parsley. Gently mix in crab meat.
- Bake: Transfer mixture to a dish, bake for 20–25 mins until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and enjoy warm with crackers or veggies.
Notes
- Opt for lump crab meat for best results.
- Dip can be prepared in advance and baked when needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
