Creamy Crab Dip Recipe

Name: Creamy Crab Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Shallot, Diced; 1 whole Jalapeno, Seeds Removed, Diced; 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper, Diced; 8 ounces, weight Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Softened; 3 Tablespoons Diced Roasted Red Peppers (from A Jar); 1 cup Canned Crab Meat, Drained; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning; 4 Tablespoons Green Onion, Thinly Sliced; 1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 cups Heavy Cream; 1/2 cups Bread Crumbs

Servings: persons

1 whole Shallot, Diced
1 whole Jalapeno, Seeds Removed, Diced
1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper, Diced
8 ounces, weight Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Softened
3 Tablespoons Diced Roasted Red Peppers (from A Jar)
1 cup Canned Crab Meat, Drained
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
4 Tablespoons Green Onion, Thinly Sliced
1/4 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 cups Bread Crumbs

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Preheat your oven to 350 F.
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To start, add the shallots, jalapeno and red bell pepper into a non-stick skillet.
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Cook for about 5 minutes on medium heat, just until they are lightly softened.
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Then place everything but the bread crumbs into a mixing bowl and mix to combine.
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Make sure everything is incorporated.
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Then with a rubber spatula, scrape everything into a baking dish (I used a 9-inch round dish).
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Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes or until everything is nice and bubbly.
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Remove dish from the oven and turn on the broiler.
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Top the dip with the breadcrumbs, then place dish under your broiler until the breadcrumbs are nice and toasted, about 4-6 minutes.
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My wife inspired me to make this and she totally fell in love with this dip.
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The end result is nothing short of amazing.
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The balance of cheeses and peppers and the crunchy topping really made for a great, and easy dip.
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Hope you enjoy!

286

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole Shallot, Diced, 1 whole Jalapeno, Seeds Removed, Diced, 1/2 whole Red Bell Pepper, Diced, 8 ounces, weight Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Softened, and more.

Yes, Creamy Crab Dip falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Crab Dip

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