Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Maryland Crab Dip Recipe, a warm and creamy delight that brings the flavors of the coast right to your table. Perfect for gatherings, this dip combines the sweetness of lump crab meat with a rich cream cheese base, enhanced by the iconic Old Bay seasoning. Whether you’re hosting a festive get-together or simply enjoying a cozy night in, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot alongside crispy baguette slices for an unforgettable appetizer that’s both easy to make and impossible to resist. Get ready to impress your friends and family with every scoop!

Ingredients

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8 ounces whipped cream cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce (or tamari)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 pound jumbo lump crab meat
1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
Sliced and toasted baguette (for dipping)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a shallow baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine whipped cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
Mix in Worcestershire sauce, optional hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice until well blended.
Gently fold in crab meat along with half of each shredded cheese until just combined.
Transfer mixture to the baking dish, spreading evenly. Top with remaining cheeses.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving with toasted baguette slices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 60mg