Ultimate Crab Dip

5 from 2 votes

This crab dip is always an appetizer favorite! It’s loaded with tender crab, savory seasonings, and an irresistible layer of cheesy goodness.

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: crab dip, crab dip recipe

Servings: servings

Mix creamy ingredients. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Once the cream cheese is softened to room temperature, add it to a large mixing bowl with the sour cream, mayonnaise, Old Bay Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Stir or use a hand mixer to combine.
Stir in crab. Add the crab meat, ½ cup of cheddar cheese, and the chives, then stir together again.
Bake. Spread the cold crab dip into a 9" round baking dish and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it's hot and bubbly.
Serve. Garnish with additional chopped chives and serve warm with crackers, chips, or sliced veggies.

For gluten-free crackers: I love Absolutely grain-free flatbreads, Crunchmaster multi-grain crackers, or Mary's seed crackers.
Storing leftovers in the fridge: This will stay good for 3 to 4 days in an airtight container. And since it has dairy in it, ensure it stays cold to prevent spoilage. I don't recommend freezing this as it can alter the texture.
Make-Ahead Tip #1: You can assemble the crab dip mixture up to 24 hours in advance, cover it tightly, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, bake it straight from the fridge, but add a few extra minutes to the baking time since the mixture will be chilled.
Make-Ahead Tip #2: Bake the dip a few hours earlier and store it in the fridge. When ready to serve, reheat it in the oven at 190°C (375°F) until warmed through.