• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • About
  • Contact
  • Food Blogging Resources
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube

Pip and Ebby

Recipe Index
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipe Index
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Appetizers » Irresistible Hot Crab Dip Recipe

    Irresistible Hot Crab Dip Recipe

    Published: Jan 7, 2020 · Modified: Apr 7, 2020 by Megan Porta · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Jump to Recipe

    This super cheesy and comforting hot crab dip is a party staple! It is an irresistible appetizer that comes together quickly and easily. Serve with baby carrots, pita chips or crackers for dipping!

    Super cheesy bite being lifted out of crab dip with a tortilla chip

    Why This Recipe Works

    ‘Tis the season for comfort food, folks. It is so ridiculously hard for me to resist totally gorging on ALL the yummy food this time of year. There is so much to enjoy! Hot dips are one of my big-time weaknesses. Set one in front of me and my willpower is GONE. If you are as big of a fan as I am, you absolutely have to make this delicious dip.

    Do you have an upcoming party? Or are you looking for a comforting, indulgent snacky dinner this week? This hot crab dip recipe is PERFECT! Not only is it impossible to stop eating once you start, it is also super easy to make.

    Throw lump crab meat into a baking dish along with a few other easy ingredients and bake for 20 minutes! That’s it!

    How To Make Hot Crab Dip

    STEP 1

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a square or medium round baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

     crab dip ingredients in a mixing bowl

    In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded cheddar, green chiles (if using), Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well and add to the prepared dish. Spread in an even layer.

     Handful of shredded cheddar being spread over top of dip

    Top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

    STEP 2

    Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Top with green onions and fresh tomatoes. Serve immediately!

    Recipe Notes

    • We recommend using refrigerated lump crabmeat for this recipe for best results. If you are unable to find it, chop up approximately 1 cup of imitation crab and use as a replacement.
    • Cheddar cheese can easily be replaced with cheddar-jack cheese, mozzarella, provolone, monterey jack or any cheese that melts well.
    • Squirt lemon juice into the crab mixture for an extra punch of freshness!
    • There are a ton of options for dipping! Consider serving pita chips, crackers, tortilla chips or baby carrots alongside the dip.
    • Reduce the cream cheese by half and omit sour cream for a more healthy dish.
    • Add a dash of Old Bay Seasoning to the dip for extra flavor!

    Dip Recipes with Sour Cream and Cream Cheese

    Creamy dips are the ultimate party food. Read through this roundup of dip recipes with sour cream and cream cheese to gather ideas for your next gathering!

     Pita chips stuck into hot crab dip, ready to devour

    Canned Crab vs Fresh Crab Meat

    Canned meat is available on your grocer’s shelf and can be popped right out of the can and can also be eaten plain. Often it comes with fillers in addition to crab, so pay attention to the ingredient list as flavors may have been added that will affect your recipe. Fresh crab meat is more costly since it requires extra work to harvest the meat, but it has amazing flavor and will make your next recipe taste delicious

    Hot Dip Recipes

    I am obsessed with the best, cheesiest, most comforting hot dips. Here is a a list of my absolute favorites that go well on any party table!

    • Sausage Cheese Dip is easy to make (let your crockpot do the work for you!), cheesy, flavorful and totally irresistible! Serve as an appetizer at your next party and it won’t last long. Only 6 ingredients required for this delicious party food!
    • Spinach Artichoke Dip – This hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is a party staple! People always get excited about this dip and its so easy to make! It’s a filling, cheesy snack or appetizer that you can put on pita squares, crackers or chips.
    • Slow Cooker Hot Creamy Corn – This Hot Corn Dip is ADDICTING! Bacon and green chiles give this dish the kick is needs. Sprinkle some cilantro into the cheesy corn dish for a perfect brunch dish.
    • Slow Cooker Club Sandwich Dip – Turn the classic Club Sandwich into a jaw-dropping hot dip. This irresistible dip is a great party food or weekend appetizer/snack. Let your slow cooker make this delicious recipe for you!
    • This Hot Corn and Crab Dip is the perfect appetizer for any party! The creaminess of the garlicky cheese and addition of sweet bell peppers, corn, and jalapenos are an awesome combination with the delicious crab. Make it as mild or as spicy as you’d like!
    • Pan-Fried Brie with Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto is your new favorite appetizer! This savory party food will be a hit at any gathering. Be prepared to share the recipe because everyone will be asking for it!
     Fingers holding pita chip with a cheesy bite of crab dip on top

    Hot Crab Dip Recipe

    This super cheesy and comforting hot crab dip is a party staple! It is an irresistible appetizer that comes together quickly and easily. Serve with baby carrots, pita chips or crackers for dipping!
    No ratings yet
    Prevent your screen from going dark
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 180kcal
    Author: Megan Porta

    Ingredients

    • 6 oz. lump crab meat
    • 8 oz. cream cheese softened
    • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
    • 1/4 cup sour cream
    • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
    • 4 oz. diced green chiles optional
    • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp pepper
    • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
    • 1 bunch green onions sliced
    • 1/2 cup fresh tomatoes chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat a square or medium round baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the crab meat, cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, 1 cup shredded cheddar, green chiles (if using), Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix well and add to the prepared dish. Spread in an even layer and top with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Top with green onions and fresh tomatoes. Serve immediately with pita chips, crackers or baby carrots!

    Notes

    We recommend using refrigerated lump crabmeat for this recipe for best results. If you are unable to find it, chop up approximately 1 cup of imitation crab and use as a replacement.
    Cheddar cheese can easily be replaced with cheddar-jack cheese, mozzarella, provolone, monterey jack or any cheese that melts well.
    Squirt lemon juice into the crab mixture for an extra punch of freshness!
    There are a ton of options for dipping! Consider serving pita chips, crackers, tortilla chips or baby carrots alongside the dip.
    Reduce the cream cheese by half and omit sour cream for a more healthy dish.
    Add a dash of Old Bay Seasoning to the dip for extra flavor!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 413mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 508IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?If you loved this recipe, please rate the recipe and leave a comment below!
    « Feta Cheese Mashed Potatoes Recipe
    Creamy Instant Pot Potato Soup Recipe »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    I'm Megan and I am so happy you are here! Whether you are looking for a healthy salad, easy dinner or indulgent dessert, I've got you covered! Let's dig deeper →

    Dominate Your Instant Pot!

    Food Blogging Resources

    Yummy Desserts

    Simple Icing Glaze

    Brownies With Mint Frosting Recipe

    Valentine Snack Mix Recipe

    Banana Blondies Recipe

    Instant Pot Cinnamon Applesauce Recipe

    3 Ingredient Oreo Balls – No Bake Recipe

    Comforting Soups

    Easy Loaded Baked Potato Soup

    Easy 5 Ingredient Chili Recipe

    Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup With Rotisserie Chicken Recipe

    Easy Chicken Vegetable Soup Recipe (aka Pantry Soup)

    Ham Bone Vegetable Soup (Slow Cooker) Recipe

    Garlic Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe

    Footer

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Snapchat
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

    As Featured In

    • Privacy Policy

    Copyright © 2025 Pip and Ebby on the Foodie Pro Theme

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required