Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Maryland with this easy-to-make Maryland Crab Dip Recipe. Perfect for any gathering—be it a holiday party, game day, or a casual get-together—this warm and creamy dip is sure to impress your guests. Combining succulent crab meat with zesty Old Bay seasoning, creamy cheeses, and just the right amount of tang, this dip offers an irresistible taste of the Chesapeake Bay. Serve it alongside toasted baguette slices or fresh veggies for a delectable appetizer that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 1/2 cup tartar sauce
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pound jumbo lump or lump crab meat
- 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a shallow baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine whipped cream cheese, tartar sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce (if using), Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice.
- Gently fold in crab meat and half of each shredded cheese.
- Transfer mixture to the baking dish and top with remaining cheeses.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm with toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg