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Creamy Shrimp Dip

A rich and cheesy baked shrimp dip made with cream cheese, tender shrimp, melted cheese, and savory seasonings for the perfect party appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dip Base
  • 1 lb cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
  2. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
  3. Stir in cheeses, shrimp, green onions, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, and seasonings.
  4. Spread mixture into baking dish evenly.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  6. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce. Serve with crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables.