Quick Easy Crab Dip with a Kick
Creamy, flavorful, and just the right amount of heat, this Quick Easy Crab Dip with a Kick is your go-to appetizer for any gathering! Combining tender lump crab meat with a rich base of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this dip is elevated with a spicy kick from hot sauce and cayenne pepper, balanced perfectly by smoky paprika and Worcestershire sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this baked dip is irresistibly warm and bubbly, with an optional layer of melted cheddar cheese for added indulgence. Garnished with fresh green onions, it pairs beautifully with crackers, chips, or crunchy veggies for dipping. Perfect for game days, parties, or seafood lovers, this recipe is a delicious fusion of creamy comfort and bold flavor!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or Sriracha)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
- 1 package crackers, chips, or sliced veggies (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to incorporate the spices.
Step 4
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break it apart too much.
Step 5
Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish or small cast-iron skillet. Smooth the top evenly.
Step 6
If using shredded cheddar cheese, sprinkle it over the top of the crab mixture.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly. If using cheese, allow it to melt and brown slightly.
Step 8
Remove the dip from the oven and garnish with thinly sliced green onions.
Step 9
Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or sliced veggies for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (466.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1193.1 |
| Total Fat 100.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 271.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1636.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 44.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 961.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories