Maryland Crab Dip
This authentic Maryland crab dip recipe is hot, cheesy, and loaded with lump crab meat and Old Bay. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 and 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 1/2 tsp ground mustard
- 1-2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 pound fresh lump crab meat
- dashes of hot sauce* optional
- 2 Tbsp chopped green onions or parsley garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire, and Old Bay until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat, keeping the pieces intact.
- Transfer to a small oven-safe baking dish (9-inch) or pie dish.
- Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheddar and sprinkle Old Bay on top for a golden crust.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbling.
- Garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.