Hot Crab and Cheese Dip
Get ready to impress with this rich and irresistible Hot Crab and Cheese Dip! Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with savory crab flavor, this crowd-pleasing appetizer is baked to bubbly perfection with a golden, melty top.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika or Old Bay seasoning
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven : Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Step 2: Mix the Base : Blend cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
- Step 3: Fold in Crab : Carefully fold in crab meat to keep the pieces intact.
- Step 4: Add Cheese and Seasoning : Stir in shredded cheeses, paprika, and herbs.
- Step 5: Bake Until Golden : Bake until the dip is hot, bubbling, and lightly browned on top.