Updated 2/5/2024

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Picture this: a bubbling-hot Cajun crab dip, creamy, spicy, and utterly irresistible. Imagine diving into a savory blend of tender crab meat, zesty Cajun spices, and creamy goodness, all melted together into dip perfection. Trust me, you’ve got to try it! This dip isn’t just delicious; it’s a flavor bomb that’ll have your taste buds dancing with joy. Plus, it comes together quicker than you can say “let’s eat”! With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have this crowd-pleaser ready to serve in no time. So, why wait?

One of the biggest sporting events of the year is just around the corner. When I think of game day eats one of the first things that comes to mind is dip. I like to serve more traditional dips like my French Onion dip. But I also like to do something a little extra because I am a little extra. This Cajun Crab Dip stands out among the wings, sliders, and chips. The dip is creamy, cheesy, savory and packed with delicious crab meat. I would be surprised if there is any left by halftime.

I originally created this recipe for my client’s blog, but they asked for it to be dairy free. To my surprise, it turned out pretty darn tasty. Now I am a cheese and dairy fan so this recipe will not be lactose free. However, if you wanted to make a dairy free version, the recipe would hold up!

The Ingredients

Quality ingredients are key when making a killer hot Cajun crab dip—after all, you want every bite to be a flavor explosion! From fresh crab meat to Cajun spices, each component contributes to that irresistible taste. Luckily, all the ingredients can be conveniently purchased at your local grocery store, so you can whip up this crowd-pleaser without any hassle.

• Cream Cheese- this gives the dip a smooth, creamy texture
• Sour Cream- adds more creaminess to the dip with a hint of tanginess
• Mayonnaise- adds richness and helps bind the ingredients together
• Cheddar Cheese- the preference is to grate cheese yourself but packaged shredded cheese will work just fine
• Green Onions- adds a delicate onion taste with a slightly sweet undertone
• Parsley- adds some freshness to the dish
• Garlic- enhances the savory flavor of the dip
• Old Bay seasoning- a savory, slightly spicy, and aromatic seasoning that is versatile and widely used in seafood dishes.
• Lemon Juice- I am all about freshly squeezed but packaged will suffice
• Hot Sauce- too add a bit of heat and more flavor to the dip
• Lump Crab Meat- don’t skimp and use the good stuff. It will make all the difference!

Making the Cajun Crab Dip

Making this dip is as easy as it can get. Start by mixing your dairy ingredients in a large bowl. That’s the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and cheddar cheese. I like to use a large wooden spoon or silicon spatula for this. Next into the bowl goes the green onions, parsley, and garlic. Follow that up with Old Bay, salt, Worcestershire, lemon juice and hot sauce. Before adding the salt, taste the mixture to see if it really needs it. Sometimes Old Bay can be enough salt for some folks.

Last to the mix is the lump crab meat. You want to gently fold this in to keep the pieces (mostly) in tact. Transfer the dip into a 9 inch pie plate or cat iron skillet and bake for 20-25 minutes. You will know it is ready when the cheese is melted and the dip starts bubbling. Serve the dip hot but not straight out of the oven. I suggest letting it cool for about 10 minutes. Garnish is optional, but as I said I am a little extra. I sprinkle some parsley and green onions on prior to serving. I like it best with toasted baguette, but crackers and tortilla chips are good vessels for the dip as well.

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Hot Cajun Crab Dip

Savory and cheesy crab dip served hot

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time35 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Keywords: dip, seafood

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
• 1/4 green onions chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 1/2 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 1 lb lump crab meat

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir to combine and add in ¾ cup cheddar cheese, green onions, parsley and garlic.
• Mix together and add Old Bay seasoning, salt, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice and hot sauce. Stir until well combined.
• Gently fold in the lump crab meat until well distributed.
• Transfer the mixture to 9-inch pie plate or cast iron skillet. Sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup cheese.
• Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and dip is bubbly.
• Garnish with additional green onions and parsley (optional).
• Serve warm with toasted bread, crackers or tortilla chips.