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This image features a vibrant display of Cold Crab Dip, showcasing its creamy texture and rich ingredients, beautifully garnished and served with an array of crackers and fresh vegetables, ideal for any summer gathering.

Cold Crab Dip Recipe

This Cold Crab Dip is a breeze to make in under 10 minutes, and since no cooking is required, it's the perfect party appetizer for any occasion. It’s so delicious, it’ll disappear faster than you made it! Perfect for summer gatherings, let’s dive into this simple recipe.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Chilling time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course dips and sauces
Cuisine American
Servings 9
Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces Cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream
  • 1 cup grated Pepper jack cheese
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup minced Onion
  • 1 Garlic clove minced
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Tabasco sauce or other hot sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly Ground pepper
  • 1 pound Jumbo lump crab picked over for shells

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to beat together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth.
  • Stir in the pepper jack cheese, cheddar cheese, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
    This image displays the addition of grated pepper jack cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, minced onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco sauce to the creamy mixture, creating a flavorful and cheesy base for the Cold Crab Dip.
  • Gently fold in the crab meat and transfer the mixture to a small serving dish.
    This image shows a hand gently folding in jumbo lump crab meat into the rich cheese and seasoning mixture, ensuring the crab is evenly distributed throughout the Cold Crab Dip without breaking it apart.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight.
    This image depicts a spoon transferring the prepared Cold Crab Dip from the mixing bowl into a small serving dish, ready to be chilled in the refrigerator before serving to guests.
  • Serve with crackers or crisp fresh vegetables for dipping.
    This image showcases the chilled Cold Crab Dip served in an elegant dish, surrounded by an assortment of crackers and crisp fresh vegetables, making it a perfect appetizer for gatherings.

Notes

  • You can make Cold Crab Dip up to 5 days in advance. If any separation occurs, just give it a good stir before serving.
  • For garnish, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and lemon zest to add a burst of freshness!
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