Ali's Real Crab Crab Dip Hot or Cold

Indulge in the ultimate appetizer experience with *Ali's Real Crab Crab Dip Hot or Cold*, a rich and creamy recipe that showcases 16 ounces of premium lump crab meat for an authentic seafood flavor. With a luscious base of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this versatile dip can be enjoyed either warm and bubbly from the oven or cool and refreshing straight from the fridge. An irresistible blend of sharp cheddar, Parmesan, Old Bay seasoning, and a hint of lemon juice elevates each bite, while a dash of hot sauce adds just the right amount of heat. Perfect for parties or casual get-togethers, it pairs beautifully with crackers or baguette slices for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Ready in just over 30 minutes, this dip is a must-try for crab lovers craving a gourmet touch.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces Lump crab meat
• 8 ounces Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (chopped)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 package Assorted crackers or baguette slices (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if preparing the dip hot.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Fold in the lump crab meat, making sure not to break up the pieces too much.

Step 4

Add shredded sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, hot sauce, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

If serving the dip cold, transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve with crackers or baguette slices.

Step 6

If serving the dip hot, transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish. Top with additional shredded cheddar cheese (if desired).

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven (if hot) and serve immediately with crackers or baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1270.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3647.8

Total Fat 247.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 756.7mg	0%
Sodium 6505.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 157.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1741.0mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2221.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 22.6%