Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 12 oz lump crab meat
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until the mixture is completely smooth. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and lemon juice.
  2. Pat the lump crab meat bone dry with paper towels to prevent the dip from separating. Gently fold in the Old Bay seasoning, garlic powder, lemon zest, and chives. Carefully add the dried crab meat, stirring with a light hand to avoid breaking the crab chunks. Fold in half of the shredded cheddar.
  3. Transfer the mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish or cast-iron skillet and smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Parmesan evenly across the surface. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, or until the edges are bubbling and the cheese is toasted.