This creamy shrimp and crab spinach dip is a delicious and elegant appetizer that’s perfect for parties and gatherings.
The blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise creates a rich and smooth base, while the combination of shrimp, crab, and fresh spinach adds a delightful seafood flavor. Enhanced with Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, this dip becomes irresistibly cheesy and flavorful.
The addition of Old Bay seasoning and red pepper flakes gives it a spicy kick, making it a crowd-pleaser. Serve it hot with crackers, sliced baguettes, or tortilla chips for a tasty and satisfying treat
Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip Recipe
Ingredients:
– 8 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/2 cup mayonnaise
– 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
– 1 cup lump crab meat
– 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, for topping
Directions:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
3. Add Seafood and Seasonings: Stir in the chopped shrimp, lump crab meat, spinach, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, Old Bay seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and smooth the top.
5. Add Topping: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
7. Serve: Serve hot with crackers, sliced baguettes, or tortilla chips.
Additional Details:
– Prep Time: 10 minutes
– Cooking Time: 25 minutes
– Total Time: 35 minutes
– Calories: 250 kcal per serving
– Servings: 6 servings