Joe’s Crab Shack Crab Dip
Rich, creamy, and flavorful crab dip inspired by Joe’s Crab Shack, perfect for parties and cozy nights in.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Hand Mixer (or Spoon)
- Oven-safe Baking Dish
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz crab meat drained, fresh or canned lump crab meat preferred
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp green onions optional, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk. Mix until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or spoon.
- Step 3: Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt until fully combined.
- Step 4: Gently fold in the drained crab meat, being careful to keep lumps intact.
- Step 5: Transfer the mixture to a small to medium oven-safe baking dish (about 8x8 inches).
- Step 6: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Step 7: Bake for 20–25 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Step 8: Let the dip cool for a few minutes before serving to set slightly for easier scooping.
- Step 9: Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or favorite dippers.
Notes
Make ahead by mixing ingredients (except cheddar cheese) the day before; refrigerate and add cheese before baking. For a lighter dip, substitute milk with half-and-half or cream, or sour cream with Greek yogurt. Use canned crab if fresh is unavailable; be sure to drain well to avoid watery dip.