Cajun Crab Dip
This creamy Cajun crab dip is full of bold flavor and seafood goodness! Make this easy shrimp and crab dip recipe for your next party.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 192kcal
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- 10” round or square baking dish
- stand or hand mixer
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ½ cup mayonnaise low or full-fat mayo
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 lemon juiced
- 4 green onions (scallions) chopped, green and white
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces medium raw shrimp cut into bite sized pieces
- 8 ounces crab claw meat
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- ¼ cup flat leaf parsley finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice until well combined. I use a mixer, but you can mix it by hand.
- Stir in the green onions and shredded cheddar cheese. Gently fold in the shrimp and crab meat.
- Add mixture to the baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle with grated parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top. Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Serve hot with sliced baguettes, raw vegetables, or crackers.
Notes
Recipe Variations:
- Add sour cream: For an even creamier dip, mix in ¼ cup of sour cream with the cream cheese.
- Spice it up: Sprinkle in paprika and cayenne pepper for more smoky heat.
- Extra savory: A splash of Worcestershire sauce deepens the umami flavor.
- Flavor boost: Add a dash of garlic powder and onion powder for even more punch.
- Color and texture: Toss in chopped pimentos or finely diced bell pepper for color and crunch.
- Softened cream cheese (room temperature) will be easier to mix. Pull your package of cream cheese from the fridge for 30-45 minutes before preparing the recipe.
- Check the mixture after 20 minutes of baking. Overbaking will dry out this incredibly cheesy dip.
- Store leftovers in an airtight storage container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, microwave leftovers in 30 minute increments until heated through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 536mg | Potassium: 165mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 711IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 1mg