Low Carb 3-Ingredient Crab Rangoon Dip
Low Carb 3-Ingredient Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer inspired by the classic flavors of crab rangoon. Made with cream cheese, crab, and a touch of seasoning, this warm dip is incredibly simple to prepare and perfect for parties, game days, holidays, or an easy low-carb snack.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained and picked over
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
How to Make Low Carb Crab Rangoon Dip
1. Prepare the Cream Cheese
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Place the softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and stir until smooth.
2. Add the Crab
Gently fold the drained crab meat into the cream cheese until evenly combined.
3. Add the Cheese
Stir in the shredded mozzarella until thoroughly incorporated.
4. Bake
Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot, creamy, and bubbling around the edges.
5. Serve
Serve immediately while warm.
For a low-carb option, enjoy the dip with cucumber slices, celery sticks, bell pepper strips, pork rinds, or low-carb crackers.
Tips for the Best Crab Rangoon Dip
Use softened cream cheese so the ingredients combine smoothly.
Drain the crab thoroughly to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
For the best texture, use lump crab meat and gently fold it into the cream cheese rather than aggressively mixing it.
If you want a more golden top, place the dip under the broiler for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully.
Make-Ahead Instructions
Prepare the dip up to one day ahead and store it covered in the refrigerator.
When ready to serve, bake until heated through and bubbling.
Storage
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or oven until hot.
Recipe Card
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 8 ounces lump crab meat, drained
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Stir softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Fold in crab meat and mozzarella.
- Transfer to a small baking dish.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbling.
- Serve warm with low-carb vegetables or crackers.