How to Make Authentic Maryland Crab Dip

Authentic Maryland crab dip is the perfect dip for parties and large gathering. Made with ingredients such as fresh lump crab, sharp cheddar, and cream cheese, it's absolutely delicious. Check out how to make this authentic Maryland crab dip below!

A dip for the ultimate seafood lover

If there's one thing that the DMV is known for, it's seafood! Everything from buttery lobster rolls to buckets of well seasoned crab with Old Bay, you name it! This hot and cheesy authentic Maryland crab dip gets the party started! Sunday football games are made special when I bring this amazing appetizer to gameday parties. It pairs well with pita chips, tortilla chips, or my personal favorite, freshly cut baguettes.

What Makes this Crab Dip Delicious?

If you grew up in Maryland, authentic Maryland crab dip was definitely a staple of football Sundays. Restaurants to this day serve it with warm soft pretzels. Making this dish at home will give you that nostalgic cheesy flavor in minutes.
Smooth and creamy- Because of the soft cream cheese and sharp cheddar, this dip literally melts in your mouth. You won't find another dip quite like it!

Ingredients Needed for the Crab Dip

Jumbo lump crab
Cream cheese
Cheddar Cheese
Worcestershire Sauce
Old Bay Seasoning (This is a MUST for this recipe! In fact, it's used in pretty much most dishes from the DMV).

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Best Practices/Tips

Even though you should get your cream cheese to room temperature, I'd recommend beating it in a stand mixer or a hand mixer first. It will help to get it to the smoothest possible consistency for your authentic Maryland crab dip.
Fold in the lump crab into the mixture as opposed to mixing it in. This will prevent the crab from breaking into pieces as it is very delicate.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Total Time 40 mins

Courses: Dinner, Lunch

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 350 F

Servings: 8

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

A quick, easy, and delicious appetizer made perfectly with Old Bay seasonings, juicy lump crab, cream cheese, and other ingredients that make this the best dip you'll ever have!

Ingredients

1 8 oz package of cream cheese
2 cups Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups Gruyère cheese
2 cups 2.5 cheddar cheese
1 cup 1.5 kewpie mayo
1 tbsp sour cream
1 tbsp hot sauce
0 cup 0.5 scallions
0 tsp 0.5 mustard powder
1 tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Season with old bay to taste
1 8 oz package of jumbo lump crab meat
Toasted sliced baguette with unsalted butter
Cooking spray

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F/175 degrees Celsius.
2
Mix all of your ingredients minus the lump crab and cheddar cheese until well combined.
3
Add the lump crab and gently fold into the mixture avoiding breaking down the crab.
4
Spray a casserole dish or a cast iron pan with cooking spray.
5
Add the mixture to the pan spreading evenly.
6
Coat with cheddar cheese and bake for 30 minutes.
7
Once finished, it should be nice and golden brown.
8
Serve with toasted baguettes and enjoy!

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Keywords: appetizer, crab dip, dip, seafood