Joe's Crab Shack Crab Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender crab meat, this dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened to room temperature
- 1 cup Mayonnaise Full-fat recommended for best texture
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Mild or sharp, shredded
- 1 cup Lump Crab Meat Drained and gently flaked if needed
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated if possible
- 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions White and light green parts
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed preferred
- Salt and Pepper To taste
- Fresh Parsley For garnish (optional, chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small to medium baking dish lightly with cooking spray or a bit of butter.
- In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth and lump-free.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, lemon juice, and chopped green onions. Mix until evenly incorporated.
- Gently fold in lump crab meat, taking care not to break up larger pieces too much. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the dip is bubbling around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm with crackers or sliced baguette.
Notes
Use lump crab meat for texture and avoid overmixing. Room-temperature cream cheese blends more smoothly.