Cold Crab Dip
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Cold Crab Dip, a creamy and savory appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this dip is elevated by the delicate sweetness of tender lump crab meat and the zesty kick of Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. A hint of cayenne pepper adds optional spice, while fresh chives provide a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 10 minutes and served chilled, this easy no-bake recipe is ideal for entertaining or casual snacking. Pair it with crispy crackers, crusty baguette slices, or crisp veggie sticks for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing dip that's bursting with flavor! Perfectly suited for your next party or holiday gathering, this seafood dip is a must-try for lovers of bold, coastal-inspired recipes.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 8 oz Lump crab meat
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp Chives, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to combine until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the crab pieces too much. Mix until evenly distributed.
Step 3
Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and ground black pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are well combined.
Step 4
Taste the dip and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more Old Bay seasoning, salt, or lemon juice if desired.
Step 5
Transfer the crab dip to a serving bowl and top with chopped chives for garnish.
Step 6
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (838.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2952.5 |
| Total Fat 276.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 77.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 641.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3639.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 71.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.1g | |
| Protein 58.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 548.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1195.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories