Best 5 Bread Bowl Seafood Dip Recipes

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Bread bowl seafood dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, cheesy filling and crispy bread bowl exterior, this dish offers a unique and satisfying culinary experience. And best of all, it's incredibly customizable, allowing you to tailor it to your own taste preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you prefer a classic seafood dip with shrimp, crab, and lobster, or a more adventurous option with smoked salmon or squid, there's a recipe out there to suit your needs. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB DIP IN A BREAD BOWL



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I whipped up this recipe for a get-together when my husband had no interest in the spinach dip I had prepared. Ranch salad dressing mix is the fantastic flavoring. -Sharon Monroe, Littleton, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 loaf (1 pound) loaf sourdough bread
2 cups sour cream
2 cans (6 ounces each) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed or 2 cups imitation crabmeat
1 can (8 ounces) water chestnuts, drained and chopped
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • Cut top fourth off of the loaf of bread; carefully hollow out bottom, leaving a 1-in. shell. Cube removed bread; set aside. , In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, crab, water chestnuts and salad dressing mix., Fill bread shell with crab dip. Serve with vegetables and reserved bread cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

BREAD BOWL SEAFOOD DIP



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"Every Christmas Eve, our family has a special hors d'oeuvre supper and this seafood-stuffed dip is a much-requested staple," says Terry Flewelling of Lacombe, Alberta. "I got the recipe from a friend, who made it for my daughter's wedding shower. It's so rich, elegant and creamy-and a huge hit at parties any time of year at all!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield 2-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 can (6 ounces) small shrimp, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
2/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1 round loaf (1 pound) sourdough bread
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise and mustard until smooth. Stir in the shrimp, crab, 1/3 cup Monterey Jack cheese and onions. , Cut the top fourth off the loaf of bread; carefully hollow out bottom, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Cube removed bread; set aside. , Spoon seafood mixture into bread shell. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Wrap tightly in heavy-duty foil and place on a baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Unwrap; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and dip is heated through. Serve with vegetables and reserved bread cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CRAB DIP



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Hot crab dip served in a bread bowl. Perfect for parties!

Provided by Laurie O'Grady

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

11 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat, drained and flaked
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 (1 pound) loaf round, crusty Italian bread

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion, mayonnaise, crabmeat, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Spread mixture into a 1 quart baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. While the dip is baking, cut a circle in the top of the bread, and scoop out the inside to create a bread bowl. Tear the removed bread into pieces for dipping.
  • Remove baked crab dip from the oven, and stir well. Spoon the mixture into the hollowed out loaf. Place bread bowl and chunks of bread on a medium baking sheet, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Cholesterol 41.8 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 318 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CRAB DIP IN A BREAD BOWL



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This was made for a large party and got rave reviews on taste & presentation. It could also be made with shrimp. Although I have not tried it this way, I believe the crab dip could be placed in cooked bread bowl, bread top placed on top,and all covered with foil and baked until hot.

Provided by BeachGirl

Categories     Crab

Time 2h

Yield 1 9to11 inch bread bowl, 48-60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 lbs cream cheese, softened (some of cheese can be fat free or low-fat)
2 lbs backfin crab meat
1 (12 ounce) bottle Heinz Chili Sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon hot sauce
3 tablespoons horseradish (not horseradish sauce)
3 tablespoons oscar meyer bacon bits
1 cup toasted almond
2 packages bread mix
2 cups water

Steps:

  • If you purchase bakery round bread, omit the next few steps.
  • BREAD BOWL:Mix both bread mixes together according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Let rise until double in bulk.
  • With non-stick cooking spray, spray the inside of a 9" or 1" springform pan.
  • Knead dough and place in pan, pressing down as evenly flat as possible.
  • Let rise 1 to 2 hours until dough reaches the top of the pan.
  • Bake about 50-65 minutes at 350 degrees, until completely cooked.
  • Run knife around edge of loaf, and let cool completely.
  • Remove outer pan rim.
  • Cut a thin top layer from the bread and remove most of the bread inside, leaving a"shell" of bread to form your bowl.
  • Place bread on serving tray (large enough to hold crackers or bread cubes around it).
  • DIP:In mixer, mix cream cheese with all other ingredients except chili sauce and crab.
  • When well blended, add chili sauce and mix until blended.
  • Gently stir in crab meat.
  • Spoon into shallow baking dish and bake until warm in the center.
  • Cool until not hot to the touch.
  • Spoon crab dip into bread bowl on serving tray; sprinkle bacon and almonds on top, and surround with assorted crackers and a few sprigs of greenery for garnish.

HOT CRAB DIP IN BREAD BOWL



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Make and share this Hot Crab Dip in Bread Bowl recipe from Food.com.

Provided by inquisitiv

Categories     Crab

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup milk
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 lb crabmeat (fresh preferred, but canned will do the job on a budget)
Old Bay Seasoning
1 (1 lb) round loaf French bread
1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Mix until creamy: cream cheese, milk, mayonnaise, horseradish, crab meat and Old Bay. Bake in an 8X12 pan at 350 for 35-40 minutes.
  • Cut out top of bread loaf. Scoop inside of loaf and tear to make dipping pieces.
  • Fill hollowed loaf with cooked mixture and top with shredded cheese, then sprinkle additional desired amount of Old Bay over cheese. Bake filled bread bowl for 45 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve hot with bread pieces.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Bread Bowl: Select a sturdy bread bowl that can hold the dip without getting soggy. A round loaf with a thick crust works well.
  • Hollow Out the Bread Bowl: Cut a circular lid off the top of the bread bowl and carefully scoop out the inside, leaving about an inch of bread around the sides.
  • Toast the Bread Bowl: Lightly toast the inside of the bread bowl in the oven or toaster oven to make it crispy and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Prepare the Seafood Dip: Combine the seafood, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, herbs, and seasonings in a bowl and mix well.
  • Chill the Dip: Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Garnish the Dip: Before serving, top the dip with additional seafood, chopped herbs, or a drizzle of olive oil.

Conclusion:

Bread bowl seafood dip is a delicious and impressive appetizer or party food. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of seafood options and dip flavors to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a fun and flavorful appetizer, give bread bowl seafood dip a try!

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