Maryland Hot Crab Dip

Maryland Hot Crab Dip recipe—creamy, cheesy, and packed with lump crab meat for an irresistible appetizer!

Ingredients:

8 oz cream cheese, softened

½ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sour cream

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or more to taste)

1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)

½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan cheese

2 green onions, finely chopped

1 tsp lemon juice

1 garlic clove, minced (optional)

1 lb lump crab meat, drained and picked over for shells

Paprika and extra Old Bay for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, 1 cup cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Parmesan, green onions, lemon juice, and garlic. Mix until smooth.

3. Gently fold in the crab meat, being careful not to break up the lumps too much.

4. Transfer to a greased 8x8-inch baking dish or a small oven-safe skillet.

5. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese on top and a little extra Old Bay and paprika for color.

6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.

7. Serve hot with toasted baguette slices, crackers,