Dad's Clam Dip

Dad's Clam Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for seafood lovers, combining the briny richness of canned clams with the creamy indulgence of perfectly softened cream cheese. With a zing of lemon juice, a tangy hit of Worcestershire sauce, and a subtle kick from hot sauce, this dip boasts a perfect balance of flavors. Aromatic garlic and onion powders elevate the savory notes, while a touch of reserved clam juice ties everything together. Ready in just 10 minutes and easily customizable, it’s a quick and versatile appetizer that can be served with crackers, chips, or crisp veggies. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and watch it disappear at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 2 cans Canned clams
• 2 tbsp Reserved clam juice
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 0.5 tsp Hot sauce
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 batch Crackers, chips, or veggies (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes or microwave it for 10-15 seconds, just until pliable.

Step 2

Drain the canned clams, reserving 2 tablespoons of the clam juice for the dip.

Step 3

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, reserved clam juice, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well using a hand mixer or a whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Fold in the drained clams gently to ensure they're evenly distributed throughout the dip.

Step 5

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 6

Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or a splash of hot sauce to your liking.

Step 7

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your choice of crackers, chips, or fresh veggies. Alternatively, refrigerate the dip for up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld; let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(895.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2180.0

Total Fat 114.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.2g
Cholesterol 368.9mg	0%
Sodium 3653.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 98.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510.3mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 855.6mg	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: 46.7%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 35.4%