Cheesy Crab Dip: Air Fryer Perfection!
Enjoy this creamy crab dip, featuring lump crab meat and a hint of lemon, made perfectly in the air fryer for a quick appetizer.
Ingredients
- 6.5 oz lump crab meat, drained if necessary
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your baking dish by spraying it with cooking spray or olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, lemon juice, diced onion, chopped green onions, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, grated parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat until it's evenly distributed throughout the cheese mixture. Be careful not to break up the crab too much.
- Transfer the crab dip mixture into the prepared baking dish. Place the dish into your air fryer basket or on the tray.
- Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 20 minutes. Carefully stir the dip.
- Continue air frying at 300°F (150°C) for another 10 minutes. Stir the dip again.
- Increase the heat to 340°F (170°C) and air fry for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with minced parsley. Let the dip cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy with your favorite chips, crackers, bread, or vegetables!
Notes
- Use real lump crab meat for the best texture and flavor.
- Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth, lump-free base.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer; ensure good air circulation for even cooking.
- Adjust the final cooking time based on your air fryer's performance. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Ensure your cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth, lump-free base.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer; ensure good air circulation for even cooking.
- Adjust the final cooking time based on your air fryer's performance. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.