Description
Luxurious 4-cheese crab artichoke dip blends Mediterranean flavors with coastal comfort. Creamy textures and rich seafood create an irresistible appetizer perfect for gatherings and sophisticated palates.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cheeses:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) block-style cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (50 grams) grated Parmigiano Reggiano
- ¾ cup (85 grams) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
- ¾ cup (85 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Seafood and Vegetables:
- 2 cups (340 grams) coarsely chopped artichoke hearts
- 1 pound (454 grams) lump crabmeat, picked over for cartilage
- ½ cup (50 grams) thinly sliced scallions, plus extra for garnish
Sauce and Seasonings:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- ¼ – ½ cup (60–120 milliliters) sour cream
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- Hot sauce, to taste
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a welcoming canvas for this luxurious dip by warming the oven to 350°F and lightly misting a baking dish or cast iron skillet with cooking spray.
- Craft a creamy foundation by whipping cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and hot sauce together using an electric mixer until smooth and well-integrated.
- Incorporate Parmigiano Reggiano and partially blend Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar cheeses into the mixture, folding gently with a spatula to maintain a light texture.
- Delicately introduce chopped artichoke hearts and tender lump crabmeat into the cheese blend, ensuring even distribution while being careful not to break the crab pieces.
- Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and additional hot sauce, tasting to achieve a balanced flavor profile that highlights the seafood and cheese.
- Transfer the luxurious blend into the prepared baking vessel, creating an inviting landscape of creamy potential.
- Elegantly crown the dip with remaining Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar cheeses, creating a golden, anticipatory topping.
- Slide the dish onto a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until the dip becomes effervescent and heated through, with optional brief broiling for a crisp, golden finish.
- Embellish with fresh parsley and scallions, allowing the dip to rest and meld flavors for 5-10 minutes before serving alongside crusty baguette, crackers, or crisp vegetable accompaniments.
Notes
- Prep like a pro by ensuring all ingredients are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better flavor blending.
- Select high-quality lump crabmeat and fresh artichoke hearts to elevate the dip’s taste and texture.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce quantity, making it mild or spicy according to personal preference.
- Avoid overmixing when folding ingredients to maintain delicate crab and artichoke chunks for perfect texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat gently in the oven to preserve creamy consistency.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations or add crispy bacon bits for unexpected flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg