Michele's Crab Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with Michele's Crab Spread, a luxurious and creamy dip bursting with fresh flavors and indulgent textures. Made with a harmonious blend of softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, this recipe stars tender lump crab meat that’s delicately folded in to maintain its irresistible texture. A splash of fresh lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce brightens every bite, while subtle hints of garlic powder, hot sauce, and black pepper add depth and savory complexity. Finished with aromatic parsley and a sprinkle of paprika for visual flair, this chilled crab spread pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted bread, or crisp veggie sticks. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, Michele's Crab Spread is the ultimate crowd-pleaser perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or anytime you crave a sophisticated seafood appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 8 oz Lump crab meat
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp Hot sauce
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 0.5 tsp Paprika (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Set the cream cheese out at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften for easier mixing.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break it up too much to preserve the texture.

Step 4

Add lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Transfer the crab spread to a serving dish and smooth the top with a spoon or spatula.

Step 6

Sprinkle finely chopped parsley over the top for freshness and aroma. Garnish with a light dusting of paprika for a pop of color.

Step 7

Serve immediately with crackers, toasted bread, or vegetable sticks, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. If refrigerated, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving for optimal spreadability.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(658.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1660.7

Total Fat 147.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 465.5mg	0%
Sodium 2474.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 58.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 555.7mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 1234.9mg	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: 77.7%

Protein: 13.7%

Carbs: 8.5%