Cheesy Shrimp & Crab Bake Dip
A ridiculously easy, surprisingly quick, and crowd-pleasing cheesy shrimp and crab dip that's perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven Preheated to 375°F (190°C)
- Mixing bowl Large
- Spoon or spatula
- Baking dish Oven-safe, small-ish casserole dish recommended
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp chopped, cooked and peeled
- 1 cup lump crab meat drained
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 green onions or chives chopped
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning or Cajun seasoning
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 0.5 tsp hot sauce optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped shrimp, drained lump crab meat, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped green onions (or chives), and Old Bay seasoning.
- If using, stir in the hot sauce.
- Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly around the edges and lightly golden brown on top.
- Let cool for a few minutes and serve warm with toasted baguette slices, crackers, or veggie sticks.
Notes
This recipe is fast, easy, giftable, and crowd-pleasing. You can prep this dip ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave. For a healthier option, serve with raw veggie sticks.