Crab Rangoon Dip

Name: Crab Rangoon Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 3/4 cup sour cream; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 16 oz imitation crab meat; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1 tbsp blackened seasoning; 1 tbsp sliced green onions, for garnish; Tortilla chips, for serving; Sweet and sour sauce, for serving

Crab rangoon dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer made with imitation crab meat, cream cheese, and a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella. It's baked until hot and bubbly, delivering the savory flavors of classic crab rangoon in dippable form.

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Total

1h 40m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

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Ingredients

1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
16 oz imitation crab meat
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 tbsp blackened seasoning
1 tbsp sliced green onions, for garnishoptional
Tortilla chips, for servingoptional
Sweet and sour sauce, for servingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce.
2
Using a hand mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
3
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a disposable aluminum pan or similar baking dish.
4
Finely chop the imitation crab meat.
5
Layer the chopped crab meat over the cream cheese base.
6
Top with the grated Parmesan cheese and about 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
7
Sprinkle the blackened seasoning evenly over the cheese layer.
8
Place the pan on a smoker or in an oven preheated to 225°F.
9
Cook for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring the dip every 30 minutes to ensure even heating.
10
During the last 15 minutes of cooking, top with the remaining 1/4 cup of mozzarella cheese and continue to cook until it's melted and bubbly.
11
Carefully remove the hot dip from the smoker or oven.
12
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm with tortilla chips and sweet and sour sauce for dipping.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps and ensure a smooth, lump-free dip.
Reserve half of the mozzarella to sprinkle on top before baking for a golden, bubbly crust.
Pat dry the imitation crab meat with paper towels to remove excess liquid, which prevents a watery dip.
Serve immediately while the dip is hot and bubbly for the best texture and flavor.

Substitutions

Imitation crab → real lump crab meat or canned crab (drain thoroughly)
Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt (use 1/2 cup to reduce tang)
Worcestershire sauce → soy sauce (use 2 tsp for similar umami depth)
Blackened seasoning → Old Bay seasoning or Cajun seasoning (1 tbsp)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes until warmed through, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between rounds.