Hot Maryland Style Crab Spread

Dive into the rich, savory flavors of the Chesapeake Bay with this irresistible Hot Maryland Style Crab Spread. Packed with tender lump crab meat and creamy layers of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream, this warm appetizer is seasoned to perfection with zesty Old Bay, a hint of garlic, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Finished with melty cheddar cheese and a touch of heat from hot sauce, it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with crackers or crusty bread, this easy-to-make crab dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any occasion that calls for a standout dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz lump crab meat
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1.5 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp hot sauce
• 2 tbsp green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, for garnish
• 1 package crackers or bread, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish or oven-safe serving dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 3

Gently fold in the lump crab meat and green onions, being careful not to break apart the chunks of crab.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the spread is bubbly and golden around the edges.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 7

Serve hot with crackers, slices of bread, or vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1227.4 grams (1227.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3545

Total Fat 250.90g	322%
Saturated Fat 93.20g	466%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 737mg	246%
Sodium 5489mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 182.90g	67%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 20.70g
Protein 138.40g	277%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1590mg	122%
Iron 9mg	52%
Potassium 2188mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.7%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 20.6%