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Joe's Creamy Crab Dip

Joe's Creamy Crab Dip: The Perfect Crowd-Pleasing Delight

Joe's Creamy Crab Dip is a rich and flavorful party appetizer that turns gatherings into celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 lb Lump Crab Meat Opt for 'lump' for the best texture.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Completely softened.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap with your favorite cheese.
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is best.
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning A must-have for that authentic crab flavor.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to your preference.
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Parsley For garnish.
For Serving
  • 1 box Buttery Crackers
  • 1 bag Pita Chips
  • 1 loaf Fresh Bread or Baguette Slices

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Fold in the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix gently.
  4. Carefully add the lump crab meat, gently folding it in to preserve its texture.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
  7. Let it sit for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or fresh bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. You can prepare this dip a day in advance and bake it just before serving.

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