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Classic Cold Crab Dip Recipe

A white bowl filled with creamy cold crab dip, generously topped with chopped green chives.
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A simple, creamy, and flavorful chilled crab dip perfect for any party or gathering. This easy cold crab dip recipe uses quality ingredients for a satisfying appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained well
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Beat with a mixer or whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  2. Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, horseradish, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until all seasonings are incorporated.
  3. Gently fold in the lump crab meat using a rubber spatula. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much; you want some texture remaining.
  4. Transfer the creamy crab dip to a serving bowl. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap.
  5. Refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. This is a great make ahead cold seafood dip.
  6. Before serving, garnish the top with the chopped fresh chives. Serve cold with your favorite crackers or vegetables.

Notes

  • For the best flavor in this no bake crab dip, use good quality lump or jumbo lump crab meat. If using canned crab, rinse and drain it very well.
  • If you prefer a spicy cold crab dip variation, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of your favorite hot sauce to the mixture.
  • This dip keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve this simple chilled seafood appetizer with sturdy crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks like celery and carrots.

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