Recipe Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the crab mixture to a baking dish or oven-safe skillet, spreading it into an even layer.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the dip.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly and the cheese is golden brown on top.
- Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish the Creamy Crab Dip with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
- Serve warm with crackers, bread, or vegetable crudites for dipping.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
To make Creamy Crab Dip, you’ll need the following kitchen equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- Baking dish or oven-safe skillet
- Spatula or spoon for mixing
- Oven
Leftover Storage
If you have any leftover Creamy Crab Dip, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish and warm it in a preheated oven until heated through.
Serving Suggestions
Creamy Crab Dip is delicious served with a variety of dippers, including crackers, breadsticks, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetable crudites. You can also use it as a topping for baked potatoes, grilled seafood, or sandwiches for an extra burst of flavor.
