Old Bay Party Dip

Bring bold, zesty flavor to your next gathering with this irresistible Old Bay Party Dip! Creamy, tangy, and perfectly spiced, this easy-to-make appetizer combines cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with the iconic kick of Old Bay seasoning, a touch of hot sauce, and a squeeze of bright lemon juice. Fold in a generous helping of shredded cheddar cheese for extra richness, and for seafood lovers, lump crab meat makes a luxurious optional addition. Finished with fresh chives for a pop of color, this no-cook dip is ready in just 10 minutes and pairs beautifully with chips, crackers, or crisp veggies. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or a holiday party, this Old Bay dip is sure to be the star of your snack spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tsp Hot sauce
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp Chopped chives
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup Crab meat (optional, for variation)

Directions

Step 1

Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes so it’s easier to mix.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Add the Old Bay seasoning, lemon juice, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir until evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and optional crab meat, if using, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl, and sprinkle chopped chives on top for garnish.

Step 6

Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

When ready to serve, pair the dip with your choice of chips, crackers, baguette slices, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	953.8 grams (953.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2794

Total Fat 249.40g	320%
Saturated Fat 109.00g	545%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 708mg	236%
Sodium 5500mg	239%
Total Carbohydrate 57.20g	21%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 24.20g
Protein 97.30g	195%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1593mg	123%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 1050mg	22%

*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: 78.4%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 8.0%