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Creamy Baked Crab Dip Recipe

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4.3 from 8 reviews

  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This creamy baked crab dip is a delightful appetizer perfect for gatherings. Rich cream cheese combined with sour cream, tangy lemon juice, and flavorful Old Bay seasoning creates a smooth base that enhances sweet crab meat. Topped with mozzarella and baked until bubbly, it’s served warm with crispy crostini or Ritz crackers, making it irresistible for parties or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

Dip Base

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
  • 8 oz. sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Additional Mix-ins & Topping

  • 4 green onions, thinly sliced (plus more for garnish)
  • 1/2 pound crab meat
  • 4 oz. shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

To Serve

  • Crispy homemade crostini
  • Ritz crackers

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the crab dip, ensuring it cooks evenly.
  2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, lemon juice, soy sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and add kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste. Use an electric mixer or food processor to beat until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add Crab and Green Onions: Transfer the creamy base to another bowl, gently folding in the crab meat and thinly sliced green onions, ensuring they’re evenly distributed without breaking up the crab too much.
  4. Prepare for Baking: Spread the crab mixture evenly into a baking dish, smoothing the surface to create an even layer for consistent baking.
  5. Add Cheese and Bake: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the top of the crab mixture. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes until the dip is bubbly and heated through.
  6. Optional Broil: If you desire a golden, slightly crisp top, broil the dip for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with extra sliced green onions and fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm with crispy homemade crostini and Ritz crackers for dipping.

Notes

  • Use lump crab meat for best texture and flavor.
  • Room temperature cream cheese blends more smoothly for a creamier dip.
  • Adjust Old Bay seasoning to taste for preferred spiciness.
  • Broiling is optional but adds a nice golden crust on top.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and gently reheated.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/creamy-baked-crab-dip-recipe/