Maryland Hot Crab Dip (Printer-Friendly)
Hot, creamy crab dip with Old Bay and cheese, perfect for parties or holidays.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Dip Base
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8 oz whipped cream cheese
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1/2 cup tartar sauce
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2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp hot sauce (optional)
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1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
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1 tbsp lemon juice
→ Seafood & Cheese
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1 lb lump or jumbo lump crab meat
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1/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Garnish & Serving
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Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
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Toasted baguette slices for serving
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Olive oil cooking spray
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a shallow baking dish with cooking spray.
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In a large bowl, mix whipped cream cheese, tartar sauce, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, and lemon juice until well combined.
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Gently fold in crab meat, half of the Monterey Jack, and half of the mozzarella using a rubber spatula, being careful not to break the crab.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining shredded cheese. Bake for 15–20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with toasted baguette slices.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Lump crab meat is a cost-effective alternative to jumbo lump and works well in blended dishes like dips.
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Choose a tartar sauce brand you enjoy, or substitute with mayonnaise for a milder base.
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If unsure about Old Bay seasoning, start with a smaller amount and adjust after baking.