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Classic Creamy Hot Crab Dip with Old Bay Seasoning

Close-up of a baked hot crab dip in a white dish, showing creamy texture and large chunks of crab meat under a browned, cheesy crust.
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Make this rich, cheesy hot crab dip, a classic crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for game days or holiday gatherings. It is simple to prepare and bakes up warm and bubbly.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound lump crab meat, drained and picked over
  • Toasted baguette slices, crackers, or vegetable sticks for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease an 8-inch pie plate or small baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until the base is smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper until fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in the lump crab meat. Mix just enough to distribute the crab without breaking up the lumps too much.
  5. Spread the crab mixture evenly into your prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the top is lightly golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the dip cool for a few minutes before serving warm with your choice of crackers or bread.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use fresh lump crab meat. If using canned crab, drain it very well before adding it to the mixture.
  • You can prepare the dip mixture up to 24 hours ahead of time. Cover the dish and refrigerate. Add about 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.
  • This dip is excellent served with sturdy tortilla chips or celery sticks for a low-carb option.

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