Easy Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe (Hot Crab Dip) Recipe
This Easy Crab Rangoon Dip is a warm, creamy, and cheesy appetizer that combines the rich flavors of cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, and a blend of parmesan and mozzarella cheeses with tender white crab meat. Baked until bubbly and golden, this hot crab dip is perfect for parties, gatherings, or anytime you crave a delicious seafood-inspired treat served with chips or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Cheeses
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated, divided
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded, divided
Seafood and Garnish
- 2 (6 oz) cans white crab meat, drained
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add Cheeses and Crab: Add ¾ cup of shredded mozzarella, ¼ cup of grated parmesan cheese, drained white crab meat, garlic powder, and chopped fresh chives to the base mixture. Gently fold all ingredients together using a spatula until evenly incorporated.
- Assemble in Baking Dish: Transfer the crab mixture into a small baking dish or pie dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup mozzarella and ¼ cup parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Bake the Dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and garnish with additional fresh chives. Serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the crab meat is well-drained to avoid a watery dip.
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice for a slightly different citrus note.
- For extra heat, increase the red pepper flakes or add a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
- Use freshly grated cheeses for the best melting and flavor.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
Keywords: Crab Rangoon Dip, Hot Crab Dip, Crab Appetizer, Baked Crab Dip, Easy Party Dip, Seafood Dip
