Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 8 oz lump crab meat, drained and checked for shells
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
- In a bowl, blend softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Add shredded cheeses, lemon juice, Worcestershire, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fold in crab meat and green onions gently.
- Spread into the prepared dish and bake for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm with crackers, veggies, or toasted baguette slices.
Notes
- Use fresh lump crab if available for best texture and flavor.
- Make it ahead: assemble and refrigerate unbaked up to 24 hours.
- Add breadcrumbs or Parmesan on top before baking for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg