Crab Shack Crab Dip
Joe’s Crab Shack Crab Dip is a creamy, indulgent appetizer that’s perfect for any seafood lover. Known for its rich texture and irresistible flavor, this dip combines lump crab meat with a blend of creamy cheeses, mayonnaise, and seasonings, all baked to perfection. It’s the ultimate comfort food for sharing with friends or family at a gathering, and it brings the essence of a coastal seafood feast right to your table. Whether you serve it with crunchy tortilla chips, warm baguette slices, or crackers, this dip is sure to be the highlight of any party or get-together.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 30-35 minutes
Ingredients:
1 lb. lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
8 oz. cream cheese (softened)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 tbsp. Old Bay seasoning (or any crab seasoning you prefer)
1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 tsp. hot sauce (optional for some heat)
1/4 tsp. salt (or to taste)
1/4 tsp. black pepper
Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Mix the base:
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the crab meat:
Gently fold the crab meat into the creamy mixture. Be careful not to break up the crab too much—leave it in big chunks for texture.
Add the cheese:
Stir in the mozzarella and cheddar cheese. If you like extra cheese, feel free to add a little more.
Bake the dip:
Transfer the dip mixture into a baking dish (a 9×9 inch dish or similar size works well). Spread it out evenly and top with a little extra cheese if you like it extra cheesy.
Bake:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
Garnish and serve:
Remove the dip from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for color. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
Tips:
You can also add a little bit of shredded Parmesan cheese on top before baking for an extra cheesy crust.
If you want more heat, add a few dashes of hot sauce or some chopped jalapeños.
To make it ahead of time, you can assemble the dip and refrigerate it until you’re ready to bake it.
Enjoy your homemade crab dip, just like at Joe’s Crab Shack!
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: 320
Fat: 24g
Saturated fat: 14g
Omega-3 fatty acids: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 20g
Sodium: 450mg
Cholesterol: 60mg