Joe’s Crab Shack Style Crab Dip

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🦀 Joe’s Crab Shack Style Crab Dip

📝 Description

This creamy, cheesy crab dip is inspired by the famous restaurant favorite. It’s rich, savory, and packed with sweet lump crab meat, melted cheeses, and flavorful seasonings. Perfect as an appetizer for parties, game day, or holiday gatherings. Serve it warm with toasted bread, crackers, or tortilla chips for an irresistible crowd-pleaser.

🍽 Servings

Serves: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes

🛒 Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1 cup lump crab meat (drained & picked over)

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2️⃣ In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.

3️⃣ Stir in mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, Old Bay, garlic powder, lemon juice, and green onions.

4️⃣ Gently fold in crab meat (don’t overmix to keep chunks intact).

5️⃣ Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.

6️⃣ Bake 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly. Broil 1–2 minutes for golden top if desired.

7️⃣ Serve warm with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or chips.

💡 Notes

  • Use fresh lump crab for best flavor.

  • Canned crab works, but drain very well.

  • Add a dash of hot sauce for slight heat.

🔥 Tips

✔ Add diced red bell pepper for color.
✔ Sprinkle extra cheese on top before baking.
✔ Make ahead and refrigerate; bake before serving.
✔ Keep warm in a small slow cooker for parties.

🥗 Nutritional Info (Approx. Per Serving)

Calories: 280
Protein: 12g
Fat: 24g
Carbs: 4g

(Varies by cheese & mayo brand.)

🌟 Benefits

  • High in protein

  • Rich & satisfying appetizer

  • Great for entertaining

  • Can be made ahead

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use imitation crab?
A: Yes, but real crab gives better flavor.

Q: Can this be made in a crockpot?
A: Yes! Cook on LOW for 1–2 hours until melted and heated through.

Q: How long does it last?
A: Store in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat gently.

Q: Can I freeze it?
A: Not recommended — dairy texture may change

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