Name: Cream Cheese and Crab Dip
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 10 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces Cream Cheese; 1 cup Mayonnaise; 1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning; 1 cup Lump Crab Meat; 0.5 cup Mozzarella Cheese; Green Onion

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Cream Cheese and Crab Dip

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Mix together the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.

Spread the mixture in a baking dish and bake in the oven for 30 minutes, until the dip is golden brown.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Use Lump Crab Meat at Room Temperature 🦀
Remove lump crab meat from refrigeration 15 minutes before mixing to ensure it blends smoothly into the dip without breaking apart, preserving those prized large chunks.
Soften Cream Cheese Properly 🧈
Cut cream cheese into cubes and let sit at room temperature for 20 minutes before mixing to prevent lumps and achieve a perfectly smooth, lump-free dip consistency.
Toast Old Bay Seasoning Briefly 🌶️
Bloom your Old Bay in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before adding to the dip to intensify its spice profile and create a more complex, restaurant-quality flavor.
Layer Mozzarella on Top Before Baking 🧀
Reserve half your mozzarella to sprinkle on top just before baking so you achieve a golden, bubbling crust while keeping the interior creamy and rich.
Bake at Low Temperature for Optimal Texture 🔥
Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes rather than higher temperatures to prevent the edges from overcooking while the center stays creamy and the crab meat remains tender.