Best 11 Crab And Cream Cheese Dip Recipes

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Crab and cream cheese dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a creamy, cheesy dish that is typically made with crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and a variety of seasonings. This dip can be served hot or cold and is perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a quick and easy snack. With so many variations available, there is sure to be a crab and cream cheese dip recipe that will satisfy everyone's taste buds.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

CRAB AND CREAM CHEESE DIP



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This creamy dip is the perfect accompaniment to any party menu. It's so delicious on crisp crackers!-Nadine McGehee, Greenville, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1-1/2 teaspoons thinly sliced green onion
1-1/2 teaspoons diced pimiento, drained
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/3 cup crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1 tablespoon finely chopped pecans
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise. Stir in the green onion, pimiento, Worcestershire sauce and horseradish; mix well. Stir in crab. Place in a 1-cup serving bowl; sprinkle with pecans. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 28g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CRAB AND CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 22

One 12-ounce container whipped cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 teaspoons dry sherry
1/4 teaspoon crab boil seasoning (recommended: Old Bay)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground pepper
One 6-ounce can crabmeat
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives, plus more for garnish
Red and green bell peppers, squared bottoms
Purple cabbage, ruffled leaves and hollowed out
Radicchio, ruffled leaves and hollowed out
Green cabbage, ruffled leaves and hollowed out
Mini carrots
Icicle radishes
Treviso leaves
Cucumber spears
Cherry tomatoes and green cocktail olives each on sticks
Focaccia strips
Bread sticks (bakery)
Bagel chips, for salmon dip

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire, lemon juice, sherry, crab boil seasoning, salt, and pepper. Fold in the crabmeat and chives. Top with additional chives.

CREAMY CRAB DIP WITH CREAM CHEESE



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This easy cold crab dip is a creamy mixture of cream cheese, canned or fresh crabmeat, and mayonnaise. It's simple and delicious.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Appetizer     Snack

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1/3 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash cayenne pepper (or Tabasco sauce, to taste)
1 (6-ounce) can crabmeat (drained, cartilage removed, finely chopped)
Garnish: 1 pinch Old Bay seasoning (optional)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, milk, salt, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce, to taste. Blend well.
  • Gently fold in the chopped crabmeat.
  • Cover and refrigerate the crab dip until it is thoroughly chilled.
  • If desired, sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning. Serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 2 cups (about 16 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CREAMY CRAB DIP



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This irresistible dip, served warm, never fails to gather guests around the bowl with veggies and crackers in hand. It's been a staple on my appetizer table for over 20 years. -Teri Lindquist, Gurnee, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 3-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons grated onion
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 drops hot pepper sauce
1 cup lump crabmeat, drained
4 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted
Paprika
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan over low heat, combine the first nine ingredients. Cook and stir until cream cheese is melted and mixture is heated through. Stir in crab and 2 tablespoons parsley; heat through. , Transfer to a serving bowl; sprinkle with almonds, paprika and remaining parsley. Serve warm with crackers. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

WARM CRAB PARMESAN DIP



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This dip is a huge hit with everyone who tries it. It's even better with fresh crabmeat, but canned works fine. I took it to a party and every person wanted the recipe. Serve it with blue corn chips. This one will really wow them.

Provided by NOELLE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (4.5 ounce) can crabmeat, drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1 ½ cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup sour cream
4 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a small baking dish, mix the crabmeat, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, sour cream and garlic.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until bubbly and lightly browned, about 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 107.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HOT CRAB DIP



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This delicious, addictive crab dip will have your family begging for more. Serve as an appetizer with onion or garlic crackers.

Provided by PONYGIRL64

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
2 (6 ounce) cans crabmeat
1 ½ tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons hot sauce
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
paprika, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese, crabmeat, lemon juice, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Transfer to a shallow 9x13 inch baking dish. Garnish with paprika.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 30 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.9 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 26.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 118.5 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CREAM CHEESE CRAB DIP



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This is a delicious dip that my mother has made for years! It disappears really quickly at parties, and even just between me and my family! Wheat Thins are what we like to dip in it!

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Crab

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon horseradish sauce
2 tablespoons grated onions or 2 tablespoons sliced thin green onions
1 dash salt and pepper
1 (16 ounce) can crabmeat (or imitation crabmeat)
slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients and put into a oven safe dish, and bake at 375 for 15-20 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593.9, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 22.5, Cholesterol 222.3, Sodium 2275.3, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 48.8

FANTASTIC CRAB DIP



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This recipe can be served hot or cold with a variety of different crackers or bread. It can be placed in a loaf of hollowed out sourdough bread; the bread can be used for dipping. Don't heat dip when in the bread; bread will become soggy. Heat the dip, and then fill bread.

Provided by Lynn Clarke

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 19m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 green onions, chopped
6 ounces imitation crabmeat, diced
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese until soft and smooth. Blend in lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper. Mix in garlic, onions, and crab meat. Store, covered, in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • To serve warm, heat in microwave for 3 to 4 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 56.1 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 431.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CRAB AND CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound crabmeat, any kind, picked free of shell
8 ounces cream cheese, in large dice
1 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, or to taste
2 tablespoons Creole mustard or other coarse mustard
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 the crabmeat in the bowl of a food processor. Add 1/3 of the cream cheese, hot sauce, Worcestershire, horseradish, mustard, 2/3 of the green onions, salt, and pepper. Puree, running the processor for about 15 seconds. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl with a rubber spatula, add 1/2 the remaining cream cheese, and puree until well blended, about 15 seconds. Stop and scrape the bowl again, add the remaining cream cheese, and process until well incorporated. Adjust seasoning. Fold in the remaining onions and crabmeat and serve as a dip. Or, to make canapes, reserve the remaining crabmeat, place the puree in a pastry bag, and pipe it onto crackers or toast points. Season the reserved crabmeat, and garnish the canapes with the crabmeat and the remaining green onions.

HOT CRAB CREAM CHEESE DIP



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This dip is perfectly elegant for special occasions. Eight ounces imitation crab can be substituted for the canned crab.-Karen Buchholz, Sitka, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (6 ounces each) lump crabmeat, drained
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
2 dashes Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup slivered almonds
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Spread in a 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until mixture bubbles. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHEESY HOT CRAB DIP



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Who doesn't love warm crab dip! It will have you wanting more. Serve with your favorite type of chips or bread.

Provided by Homestyle Cooking

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) can crabmeat
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
½ cup diced sweet onion
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Combine cream cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, hot sauce, seafood seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a bowl; stir to combine.
  • Drain crab; pick out and discard any shells. Add crab to cream cheese mixture, along with bell peppers and onion; mix thoroughly. Transfer into a baking dish and sprinkle with remaining Parmesan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 20 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until the top is a nice golden brown color, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 52.3 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 332.4 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh crab meat. Fresh crab meat will give your dip the best flavor. If you can't find fresh crab meat, you can use frozen crab meat, but make sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • Use high-quality cream cheese. A good quality cream cheese will make your dip smooth and creamy. Avoid using low-fat or non-fat cream cheese, as these will make your dip grainy.
  • Shred your own cheese. Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives that can affect the flavor and texture of your dip. Shredding your own cheese will give you the best results.
  • Use a good quality white wine. The white wine you use in your dip should be one that you would enjoy drinking. Avoid using a cooking wine, as these are often too acidic.
  • Don't overcook the crab meat. Crab meat is very delicate and can easily be overcooked. Be sure to cook it just until it is heated through.
  • Serve the dip warm. Crab and cream cheese dip is best served warm. You can either warm it in the oven or in the microwave.

Conclusion:

Crab and cream cheese dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, delicate crab flavor, and cheesy goodness, this dip is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this crab and cream cheese dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

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