Gluten-Free Crab Dip
By the Gluten Free Recipes team ·
This rich and creamy gluten-free crab dip, bursting with fresh crab meat and savory seasonings. Its warm, bubbly texture makes it an irresistible appetizer, perfect for any gathering.
At a glance: This easy snacks recipe yields 4 servings in about 25 minutes (10 min prep, 15 min cook). It uses 10 ingredients — including lump crab meat, cream cheese, mayonnaise — and walks through 5 steps. Updated . Browse more snacks recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.
Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Crab Dip: When preparing this snacks recipe, ensure all ingredients, especially condiments and spices, are certified gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination. Be mindful of shared utensils and preparation surfaces if you have severe gluten sensitivities In a shared kitchen, avoid porous materials — wooden spoons, wooden cutting boards, and scratched non-stick pans can harbor gluten proteins even after washing. Prefer glass, metal, or silicone tools. Some Worcestershire sauces contain malt vinegar (from barley); use a certified gluten-free version.
Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Crab Dip: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on whole food ingredients and certified gluten-free condiments. It avoids any gluten-containing grains.
Ingredients
- 8 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir these ingredients together until they form a smooth, creamy base, ensuring no lumps of cream cheese remain.
- 2
Gently fold in the lump crab meat and chopped fresh chives into the cream cheese mixture. Be careful not to break up the crab meat too much, as you want to maintain some texture. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference, tasting as you go.
- 3
Transfer the crab mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and the edges are lightly golden and bubbly.
- 4
Remove the gluten-free crab dip from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the dip to set slightly, making it easier to scoop.
- 5
Serve the warm, bubbly gluten-free crab dip immediately with your favorite gluten-free crackers, vegetable sticks, or toasted gluten-free bread. Enjoy this delightful appetizer!
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Tips & Notes
- Bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing to eliminate lumps.
- Zest the lemon before juicing — it's nearly impossible to zest after the lemon is squeezed.
- Press or mince garlic rather than slicing for a more pungent flavor; slice for a milder taste.
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