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Easy Creamy Crab Dip
A delectable dish that is sure to be the star of any gathering, this crab dip offers a burst of flavor that tantalizes the taste buds.
Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
30
minutes
mins
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Keyword:
Crowd-Pleaser, Easy
Servings:
8
servings
Calories:
250
kcal
Equipment
Mixing Bowl
Hand Mixer
Ingredients
Ingredients
1
cup
Crab Meat
Fresh or canned, check for shell fragments.
8
ounces
Cream Cheese
Softened for easy mixing.
½
cup
Sour Cream
Adds tanginess.
¼
cup
Mayonnaise
Enhances creaminess.
1
teaspoon
Garlic Powder
For depth of flavor.
1
tablespoon
Lemon Juice
Freshly squeezed for brightness.
2
tablespoons
Green Onions
Chopped for garnish and flavor.
to taste
Salt
to taste
Pepper
Instructions
Prepare all your ingredients: crab meat, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, lemon juice, green onions, salt, and pepper.
In a medium mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese using a hand mixer or fork until smooth.
Add sour cream and mayonnaise to the cream cheese and mix until fully combined.
Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to break it up too much.
Stir in garlic powder and lemon juice until well combined.
Fold in chopped green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or toasted bread.
Notes
Can be made a day in advance for better flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.