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Maryland Crab Dip Pretzel Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Maryland Crab Dip Pretzel recipe offers a creamy, savory crab dip rich with fresh lump crab meat and classic Old Bay seasoning, perfectly paired with warm, soft pretzels for an irresistible appetizer or snack. It combines tangy cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with sharp cheddar and a hint of dry mustard, delivering a flavorful dip that’s quick to prepare and sure to please seafood lovers.

Ingredients

Crab Dip Ingredients

  • 8 oz lump crab meat
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • Pinch garlic salt
  • Old Bay seasoning, to taste

Serving

  • 2 jumbo fresh soft pretzels (found in the bread aisle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) to gently warm the crab dip later.
  2. Prepare the Dip Base: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy using a hand mixer or spoon.
  3. Add Seasonings and Flavor: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, garlic salt, and Old Bay seasoning. Mix until well incorporated for a balanced savory flavor.
  4. Incorporate Crab and Cheese: Gently fold in the lump crab meat and shredded cheddar cheese, maintaining the lumps to keep texture and appearance appealing.
  5. Add Milk for Consistency: Pour in the tablespoon of milk to loosen the dip slightly, making it easier to spread and serve.
  6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the crab mixture into a small oven-safe dish or baking bowl, spreading evenly.
  7. Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the top is lightly golden and the dip is heated through.
  8. Warm the Pretzels: While the dip is baking, warm the jumbo soft pretzels in the oven wrapped in foil for 5-10 minutes or according to package instructions so they are soft and hot for dipping.
  9. Serve: Remove the crab dip and pretzels from the oven. Serve the warm crab dip accompanied by the fresh soft pretzels, allowing guests to dip and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use fresh lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor; canned crab can be used but will alter taste.
  • Adjust Old Bay seasoning to taste, starting with less to control the spice level.
  • Soft pretzels can often be found in the refrigerated bread or bakery section; ensure they are fresh for the best experience.
  • This dip can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the dip mix.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/maryland-crab-dip-pretzel-recipe-2/