How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for Easy Baked Crab Dip?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, room temperature, 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 2 cups finely chopped Velveeta cheese (or grated, about 1/2-pound), 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream, and more.

Is Easy Baked Crab Dip suitable as seafood?

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

How do I store leftover Easy Baked Crab Dip?

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

Easy Baked Crab Dip Recipe

Name: Easy Baked Crab Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, room temperature; 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 2 cups finely chopped Velveeta cheese (or grated, about 1/2-pound); 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream; 1 -2 green onion, finely chopped (or use about 1/4 cup yellow onion, minced); 1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional or to taste); 1 (16 ounce) package frozen cooked crabmeat (thawed and squeeze out excess moisture); salt and pepper (optional)

Try this homemade Easy Baked Crab Dip recipe the whole family will love. Made with butter, cream cheese, Velveeta cheese and sour cream. Easy step-by-st…

This Easy Baked Crab Dip relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as butter, room temperature and salt and pepper (optional). It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 584 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, room temperature
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups finely chopped Velveeta cheese (or grated, about 1/2-pound)
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 -2 green onion, finely chopped (or use about 1/4 cup yellow onion, minced)
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional or to taste)
1 (16 ounce) package frozen cooked crabmeat (thawed and squeeze out excess moisture)
salt and pepper (optional)

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
584 kcal
Category
Seafood

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