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Creamy Hot Crab Dip Recipe Easy Homemade Recipe for Parties

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A warm, buttery, and creamy crab dip perfect for parties and family gatherings, featuring a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and fresh lump crab meat topped with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 8 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Chopped fresh parsley or chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Soften cream cheese by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwaving in short bursts until pliable but not melted.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix with an electric mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, cayenne pepper (if using), and Old Bay seasoning until well incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in lump crab meat using a spatula, being careful not to break up the lumps.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into an 8×8 inch baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown at the edges.
  9. Let the dip cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped parsley or chives before serving.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Fold crab meat gently to keep lumps intact. Adjust seasoning gradually. If dip is too runny after baking, bake a few more minutes. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar with plant-based alternatives. Use fresh lump crab meat for best texture.

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