Description
Maryland Crab Dip is a creamy, indulgent appetizer that embodies the vibrant flavors of the Chesapeake Bay. This crowd-pleasing dip features rich cream cheese and tender lump crab meat, all enhanced by the iconic Old Bay seasoning. Whether you’re hosting a festive gathering, game day, or a cozy night in, this easy-to-make dish is sure to impress your guests. Serve it warm with toasted baguette slices or fresh vegetables for a delightful culinary experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- fresh chopped parsley (to garnish)
- sliced and toasted baguette (for dipping)
- olive oil cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your 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 until smooth.
- Gently fold in the crab meat and half of both cheeses.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with toasted baguette or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Maryland
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (115g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg