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Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe

Creamy Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe for Ultimate Comfort Food

This Crab Rangoon Dip Recipe features a rich creaminess with three cheeses, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dip Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for lighter option
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with extra mayonnaise or plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Soy sauce can serve as an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended
Cheesy Goodness
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Use freshly grated for optimal results
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Opt for freshly shredded for best melt
Crab
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Choose canned white crab meat or imitation crab
Flavor Boost
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Chives Green onions can be a substitute
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic offers a stronger flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust or omit depending on spice preference
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • medium mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Hand Mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather your ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, lime juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gently fold in the mozzarella, parmesan, crab meat, garlic powder, and chives. Combine carefully while retaining some texture.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and parmesan on top.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  6. Let it sit for a few minutes after baking, then garnish with fresh chives and serve hot with tortilla chips or baguette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip is best served immediately, but can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the fridge before baking.

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