Creamy, savory, and packed with delicate seafood flavor, Crab Meat Dip is the ultimate appetizer for parties, holidays, or cozy gatherings. Whether served warm and bubbly or chilled and refreshing, this dip pairs beautifully with crackers, toasted bread, or fresh veggies.
If you love restaurant-style seafood starters, this easy homemade version will quickly become a favorite.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Crab Meat Dip
Rich and creamy texture
Quick and easy to prepare
Perfect for entertaining
Can be served hot or cold
🧀 Hot Baked Crab Meat Dip
🛒 Ingredients
8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: pinch of paprika or red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
3️⃣ Fold in crab meat gently to keep lumps intact.
4️⃣ Add cheeses, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, and seasoning.
5️⃣ Transfer to a baking dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Serve warm with toasted baguette slices or crackers.
❄️ Cold Crab Meat Dip Option
For a lighter, refreshing version:
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup crab meat
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp chopped green onions
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix all ingredients until creamy. Chill at least 1 hour before serving.
🍞 What to Serve With Crab Meat Dip
Toasted baguette slices
Crackers
Tortilla chips
Celery sticks
Cucumber rounds
💡 Pro Tips
Use lump crab meat for the best texture.
Drain crab thoroughly to prevent watery dip.
Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
For extra richness, top baked dip with extra cheese before baking.
🧊 Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in the oven or microwave if serving warm.
🦀 Final Bite
Crab Meat Dip is creamy, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser. Whether you prefer it hot and cheesy or cool and zesty, this seafood dip brings coastal flavor straight to your table.