Hot Crab Dip

Table of Contents

1. Hot Crab Dip Ingredients
2. Substitutions And Additions
3. How To Make This Hot Crab Dip Recipe
4. How To Serve
5. Storage
6. Why We Love This Recipe
7. More Recipes You’ll Love
8. JUMP TO RECIPE

This easy hot crab dip appetizer is a whole lot of creamy, cheesy goodness, with a little bit more cheese on top, because you can never have too much cheese! This simple recipe is sure to get a resounding “yes” from your guests.

Hot Crab Dip Ingredients

This hot crab dip is a zesty delight starring succulent crab meat. Cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream create a rich base, while diced green chilies add mild heat.

Lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and spices provide depth, and the blend of Parmesan and cheddar cheese creates an irresistible dip with a golden, crusty top.

Substitutions And Additions

SPICE: You can also have fun dressing up this creamy dip recipe.

Are you a fan of spicy? Try adding fresh jalapeños, a few dashes of hot sauce, or a few chili flakes. Or, if you like, you can try adding other spices and flavors, too!

SOUR CREAM: Greek yogurt is a common substitute for sour cream and will work fine in this cheesy crab dip.

CRAB MEAT: It’s easy to make adjustments to this simple recipe. If canned or fresh crab meat is not your thing, just replace it with imitation crab meat.

Your family and friends won’t know or taste the difference.

MAYO: If you’re looking to cut down on mayo, use Greek yogurt or sour cream as a substitute. These options maintain creaminess while offering a slightly tangy flavor.

DICE GREEN CHILIES: Adjust the level of heat by choosing mild or hot diced green chilies, or replace them with diced jalapeños for an extra kick.

FRESH LEMON JUICE: Lime juice is a great alternative if you’re out of lemons or simply prefer the citrusy zing of limes.

PARMESAN CHEESE: Swap Parmesan with Asiago or Pecorino Romano for a similar salty, cheesy kick.

How To Make This Hot Crab Dip Recipe

Once you mix up this tasty dip, you will pop it in the oven to bake so that the cheese gets all melty before serving.

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 350°F.

STEP TWO: In a medium bowl, mix together the crab meat, cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, diced green chilies, and lemon juice. Stir well.

STEP THREE: Add in the Worcestershire sauce and fresh chives.

STEP FOUR: Add in the Old Bay seasoning and paprika, as well as the parmesan and cheddar cheese.

Make sure you set aside a quarter cup of each cheese.

STEP FIVE: Spread the mixture inside of an 8×8-inch baking dish and smooth out the surface.

Sprinkle on the remaining parmesan and cheddar cheese.

STEP SIX: Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until bubbling. If the cheese isn’t melted or you want to brown it a little bit, feel free to broil for a couple of minutes.

Make sure you keep an eye on the dip since it can burn easily under the broiler.

STEP SEVEN: Garnish your cheesy dip with fresh chives or green onions and enjoy with tortillas or crackers.

How To Serve

This perfect appetizer is very versatile when it comes to what you dip in it.

You can have a variety of crackers, tortilla chips, pretzels, and any other creative ideas for dipping!

Even soft pretzels also make an interesting side.

This hot crab dip recipe is quick and easy to make. It goes great on a party table with some of our other hot dip recipes, including spinach artichoke dip and cheese dip.

Storage

Whether you want to make it ahead for a party or have leftovers to savor, here are some handy tips on how to store your crab dip.

MAKE AHEAD: If you want to get ahead of the game, you can prepare this hot crab dip a day in advance.

After mixing all the ingredients together, transfer the mixture into an airtight container.

Store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to bake it. Making it ahead won’t affect the quality; in fact, it can enhance the flavors as they meld together.

IN THE FRIDGE: Cover leftover crab dip with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to five days.

IN THE FREEZER: We do not recommend freezing this dip as it will become watery when thawed.

Why We Love This Recipe

IRRESISTIBLE CREAMINESS: This dip is incredibly creamy and luxurious, thanks to the combination of cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream, making each bite a delectable experience.

DELICATE SEAFOOD FLAVOR: The star of the show, the crab meat, adds a delightful and delicate seafood flavor that takes center stage.

SAVORY AND ZESTY KICK: The blend of fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and spices like Old Bay and paprika provides a savory and zesty kick.

One thing is for certain, this hot crab dip is bound to be a hit at any game day gathering or holiday parties and we won’t be surprised if it’s gone in a matter of minutes. Just don’t plan on having any leftovers.

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