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Delicious Louisiana Hot Crab Dip

Introduction

There’s something wonderfully inviting about a warm, creamy seafood dip fresh from the oven, and this Louisiana Hot Crab Dip captures that Southern charm perfectly. It’s rich, bold, lightly spicy, and full of coastal flavor—something you’d expect to enjoy at a family gathering near the bayou. Simple to prepare yet crowd-pleasing, it brings together Cajun seasoning, tender crab, and a velvety cream base that makes every bite memorable. Whether for parties, potlucks, or cozy evenings, this dip adds a warm, comforting touch to any table.

Ingredients

Base mixture

• 225 g (8 oz / 1 cup) cream cheese, softened
• 120 g (½ cup / 4 oz) sour cream
• 120 g (½ cup / 4 oz) mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) lemon juice
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (5 ml / 0.17 fl oz)

Seasonings

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (8 g / 0.28 oz)
• ½ tsp paprika (1.5 g / 0.05 oz)
• ½ tsp garlic powder (1.5 g / 0.05 oz)
• ¼ tsp black pepper (1 g / 0.03 oz)
• ¼ tsp hot sauce (or more)

Crab & add-ins

• 340 g lump crab meat (12 oz / ~2 cups), drained and picked over
• 60 g shredded cheddar cheese (½ cup / 2 oz)
• 40 g chopped green onions (¼ cup / 1.4 oz)
• 30 g diced celery (¼ cup / 1 oz)
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley (4 g / 0.14 oz)

Topping (optional)

• 60 g shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella (½ cup / 2 oz)
• Parsley or green onions for garnish

Directions