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Cheesy Rich and Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip

A rich and creamy dip combining shrimp, lump crab meat, and vibrant spinach, enveloped in a luscious cheese blend—ideal for gatherings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped Use fresh or properly thawed shrimp.
  • 1 cup lump crab meat Opt for fresh for best flavor.
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped Make sure to wash and dry the spinach.
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Fold in the chopped spinach, cooked shrimp, lump crab meat, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Ensure that everything is evenly mixed together.
Baking
  1. Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread it evenly.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
  1. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your dip warm with tortilla chips or toasted bread!

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh shrimp and crab meat. You can customize the cheese blend to fit your taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.