Description
A rich and creamy crab dip baked to golden perfection, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (plus extra for garnish)
- Optional: red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9-inch cast iron skillet.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add mayonnaise and sour cream, mixing until creamy.
- Add mozzarella, Parmesan, Old Bay, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley; stir to combine.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat.
- Spread the mixture in the skillet and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden, broiling for an additional 1-2 minutes if desired.
- Let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
This dip can be made ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: crab dip, appetizer, party food, baked dip, creamy dip