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Hot Crab and Shrimp Dip Recipe - Creamy, Cheesy, Crowd-Pleasing

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divided
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan, divided
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into small pieces
  • 8 oz lump crab meat (drained and picked over for shells)
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (plus more to taste)
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp butter or olive oil (for cooking shrimp)
  • For serving: toasted baguette, crackers, pita chips, celery, cucumber

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish (8x8 or similar).
  2. Cook the shrimp: Heat butter or oil in a skillet over medium. Add shrimp, a pinch of salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes until just pink. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  3. Mix the creamy base: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon, lemon juice, garlic, Old Bay, and crushed red pepper (if using). Mix until well combined.
  4. Fold in cheese and aromatics: Add half of the mozzarella and half of the Parmesan, plus green onions and parsley. Stir gently.
  5. Add the seafood: Fold in the chopped shrimp and lump crab. Taste and adjust with more lemon, Old Bay, salt, or pepper. Aim for a bright, savory flavor.
  6. Assemble the dip: Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
  7. Bake: Bake 18–22 minutes until hot and bubbling at the edges and the top is lightly golden. If you want extra color, broil 1–2 minutes, watching closely.
  8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with extra parsley and sliced green onion. Serve hot with your favorite dippers.