Smoked Crab Dip Recipe
Smoked crab dip is a creamy appetizer full of big pieces of lump crab meat. This seafood is the perfect starter for any holiday party or special occasion.
Servings: 8
Calories: 232kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 & 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons old bay seasoning
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives plus more for garnish
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
- 1 pound lump crab meat drained
Instructions
- Prepare your smoker and preheat to 250°F.
- In a large bowl, whip the cream cheese until smooth with an electric hand mixer. Add the sour cream and mayonnaise, mix until smooth. Add 1 cup of the cheese, garlic, old bay, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, chives, and optional hot sauce, mix until smooth. Add the crab meat and fold it in gently, trying not to break up the crab.
- Spread the mixture into an 8 to 9-inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet. Top with the remaining cheese. Smoke for 1 & ½ to 2 hours until bubbly, the cheese is melted, and it is slightly golden on top. Serve immediately with a garnish of more chives with your favorite dippers!
Notes
- Creamy, crab deliciousness! The crab really shines through and the lumps of crab gives a nice texture to the dip.
- Scallions can be substituted for chives.
- 1 teaspoon of hot sauce makes this dip the slightest bit spicy, use more or less to your taste!
- Other herbs that would pair well in this dip are thyme, tarragon, and dill!
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 661mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 531IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 1mg