Easy Crab Dip Recipe - This creamy and savory recipe is perfect for parties, gatherings, or even a cozy night in. It's loaded with tender lump crabmeat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, a touch of Cajun seasoning, and more, resulting in a dip that's pure seafood delight. Serve it with your favorite dippers - from crispy crackers to fresh veggies. It's the ultimate crowd-pleaser and a must-have addition to your appetizer lineup.
Preheat oven to 350ºF. Spray a small baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, mayonnaise, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and cajun seasoning with an electric mixer on low speed. Add grated cheese and green onions to the bowl and stir to combine. Gently fold in jumbo lump crab meat with a rubber spatula.
Spread dip mixture into a small baking dish.
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly.
Notes:
You can use fresh crab meat, canned crab meat, or imitation crab meat.
How do you get the fishy taste out of crab dip? To get rid of the fishy taste in crab dip, ensure you are using fresh crab meat. Additionally, adding ingredients like lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, or Old Bay Seasoning can help to mask any lingering fishiness.
Is crab dip low-carb? For a keto-friendly dip, omit the Worcestershire sauce.
Can I make crab dip in advance? Yes. Mix together the dip ingredients and spread them into a baking dish. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days before baking.
Can I make Crab Dip in the crock pot? Yes. Mix together the dip and spread into a small slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW heat until hot and bubbly.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.