Best Maryland Crab Dip

A rich, creamy, and flavorful crab dip, packed with lump crab meat and classic seasonings. Perfect for parties and game days!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings: 8 ounces

Course: Appetizer, Dip

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Calories: 280

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Crab Dip

16 ounces lump crab meat picked over for shells
8 ounces cream cheese softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped, for garnish

For Serving

crackers or baguette slices
vegetable sticks like celery or carrots

Method

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay Seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Gently fold in the lump crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much. Ensure the crab is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Spread the crab dip evenly into a shallow baking dish or small casserole dish.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly and lightly golden on top.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives before serving. Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.

Notes

For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. You can make this dip ahead of time and refrigerate, then bake when ready to serve (add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold).