Description
Creamy Crab Rangoon Cheese Dip delivers classic Asian-inspired flavors with a crowd-pleasing twist. Crispy wonton chips provide perfect crunch alongside this rich, tangy appetizer that sparks instant party excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cheeses:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
Protein and Dairy:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) lump crab meat (or imitation crab, flaked)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon powdered sugar
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare a small baking vessel by lightly coating with cooking spray and heat the oven to a moderate temperature of 375°F (190°C).
- Whip the cream cheese in a spacious mixing bowl until it reaches a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and a touch of powdered sugar into the cream cheese base, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Delicately introduce the crab meat, blending in shredded mozzarella, cheddar cheese, and finely chopped green onions, ensuring each component is evenly distributed throughout the creamy mixture.
- Carefully transfer the combined ingredients to the prepared baking dish, spreading the mixture to create an even layer.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and allow it to cook for approximately 20-25 minutes, watching for the surface to transform into a delicate golden hue and the contents to become thoroughly heated and effervescent.
- Once the dip reaches the desired temperature and color, remove from the oven and let it rest briefly before serving to allow the flavors to settle and the temperature to moderate slightly.
Notes
- Opt for fresh lump crab meat to elevate the dip’s authentic seafood flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning by adding a pinch of cayenne or sriracha for those craving extra heat.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother blending and consistent texture.
- Make it gluten-free by using tamari instead of traditional soy sauce and checking cheese ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg