Hot Maryland Style Crab Spread
Dive into the rich, savory flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with this irresistible Hot Maryland Style Crab Spread. Packed with tender lump crab meat and creamy layers of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this warm appetizer is seasoned to perfection with zesty Old Bay, a hint of garlic, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Finished with melty cheddar cheese and a touch of heat from hot sauce, it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crackers or crusty bread, this easy-to-make crab dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any occasion that calls for a standout dish.
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Ingredients
- 16 oz lump crab meat
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1.5 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, for garnish
- 1 package crackers or bread, for serving
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or oven-safe serving dish.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
Step 3
Gently fold in the lump crab meat and green onions, being careful not to break apart the chunks of crab.
Step 4
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the spread is bubbly and golden around the edges.
Step 6
Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.
Step 7
Serve hot with crackers, slices of bread, or vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1227.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3544.5 |
| Total Fat 250.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 93.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 736.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5488.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 182.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.7g | |
| Protein 138.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1589.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2188.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories