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Creamy Baked Maryland Crab Dip

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Make this creamy, cheesy baked crab dip for your next gathering. This hot seafood dip uses lump crab meat and classic seasonings, resulting in a rich appetizer perfect for game days or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lump crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8-inch pie plate or small baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are smooth and fully combined.
  3. Gently fold in the lump crab meat. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much; you want some texture remaining.
  4. Spread the crab mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  5. Top the dip evenly with the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
  7. Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • You can prepare the dip mixture up to 24 hours ahead of time. Cover the dish and refrigerate. Add the top layer of cheese just before baking.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle a little extra Old Bay seasoning over the top cheese layer before baking.
  • Serve this hot cheesy dip immediately after baking for the best texture.

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