Indulge your taste buds with today’s featured recipe—Cheesy Baked Crab Dip. This delectable appetizer is a true crowd-pleaser, boasting tender crab meat enveloped in a luscious, cheesy sauce that serves as the perfect companion for dipping finger foods or adorning crackers. With just five simple ingredients, it’s one of the easiest and most satisfying appetizers you’ll ever make.
Cheesy Baked Crab Dip
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened (do not use whipped) (227 grams)
- 2 cups sour cream (473 milliliters)
- 2 cups crab meat (fresh lump crab meat for best results) (approx. 240 grams)
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- Cheddar cheese for topping
How to Make Cheesy Baked Crab Dip:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius).
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sour cream and continue mixing.
- Gently fold in the crab meat.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×11 baking dish.
- Top with cheddar cheese.
- Place the dish on the center rack in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the dip is heated through.
- Garnish with sliced scallions if desired.
Cheesy Baked Crab Dip Recipe Tips:
- For a more golden top, turn on the broiler for the last 2 minutes of cooking, being careful not to let it burn.
- Experiment with spices for variation; Old Bay Seasoning, paprika, garlic, parsley, horseradish, and lemon juice are excellent options.
- Crab can be substituted with cooked lobster, shrimp, or imitation crab.
- Try substituting half of the sour cream with mayonnaise for a different flavor profile.
- Opt for low-fat Neufchâtel Cheese for a lighter dip.
- Shred cheese from a block for the best cheesy results, as pre-shredded cheese may contain chemicals that affect melting.
- For the best taste and texture, use fresh lump crab meat.
Leftovers:
- Tightly wrap any leftover Dip and store it in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
- To reheat, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees Celsius) and place the dish on the center rack for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from the table after 3 hours for the safety of your guests.
Enjoy this Cheesy Baked Crab Dip at your next gathering, and savor the delightful blend of flavors and textures it brings to your appetizer spread.
Cheesy Baked Crab Dip
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Ingredients
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened (do not use whipped cream cheese)
- 2 cups sour cream
- 2 cups crab meat
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- Assorted fresh vegetables, crackers or other dipping items
Instructions
Prepare the Dip:
- Preheat oven to 350-degrees.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sour cream and continue mixing.
- Fold in crab meat.
- Place in an 8×11 baking dish.
- Top with cheddar cheese.
Bake:
- Place dish on center rack in preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45 minutes, or until the dip is heated through.
- Garnish with scallions, if desired.
Notes
- For a more golden top, turn on the broiler for the last 2 minutes of cooking, being careful not to let it burn.
- Experiment with spices for variation; Old Bay Seasoning, paprika, garlic, parsley, horseradish, and lemon juice are excellent options.
- Crab can be substituted with cooked lobster, shrimp, or imitation crab.
- Try substituting half of the sour cream with mayonnaise for a different flavor profile.
- Opt for low-fat Neufchâtel Cheese for a lighter dip.
- Shred cheese from a block for the best cheesy results, as pre-shredded cheese may contain chemicals that affect melting.
- For the best taste and texture, use fresh lump crab meat.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 281Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 96mgSodium: 359mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 15g
The Nutritional Information may not be accurate.