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Hot Cajun Crab Dip served in cast-iron skillet.

Hot Cajun Crab Dip

5 from 1 vote
Creamy, cheesy, and slightly spicy – this Cajun Crab Dip can be served hot or cold. An easy yet indulgent appetizer that is sure to impress whether it’s served for a party, game-day, or any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese finely shredded
  • ¼ cup mayo
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (or homemade, see post)
  • 1 lb lump crab meat
  • 1 tablespoon Parmesan shredded
  • ½ tablespoon green onion chopped
  • crostini, chips, crackers, bread, or veggies for serving

Equipment

  • 1 small cast iron skillet or oven safe dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Mix together first 7 ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Carefully fold in crab. Combine well.
  4. Transfer to cast iron skillet or other oven safe dish.
  5. Bake for 25 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven, sprinkle top of crab dip with Parmesan cheese, then broil for 1-2 more minutes.
  7. Allow to cool slightly then sprinkle with green onions and serve.

Video

Notes

See post for tips and tricks including how to cook in the crockpot/slow cooker and how to serve this recipe cold.