Description

Maryland Crab Dip Pretzel is a delicious seafood appetizer featuring a soft pretzel topped with a creamy blend of lump crab meat, cream cheese, cheddar, and flavorful seasonings. Baked to bubbly perfection, this cheesy crab dip served on warm pretzels makes an irresistible game-day snack or party favorite.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 large soft pretzel (or 4–6 small soft pretzels)
8 oz lump crab meat, picked over for shells
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 375°F to prepare it for baking the crab dip pretzels.
Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and well blended.
Add Crab and Cheese: Gently fold in the lump crab meat, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and chopped parsley, taking care not to overly break up the crab pieces.
Prepare Pretzels: Place your soft pretzel(s) on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to avoid sticking and allow even baking.
Top Pretzels with Dip: Spoon generous portions of the crab dip over each pretzel, spreading the mixture evenly to cover the surface.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the crab dip is hot, bubbly, and the cheese has melted nicely.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle extra fresh parsley on top for garnish, and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

For an extra cheesy finish, sprinkle additional cheddar or Parmesan cheese over the crab dip before baking.
You can use either store-bought or homemade soft pretzels depending on your preference.
This recipe works great as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a delicious game-day snack.