If you’re bringing an appetizer to share, this creamy seafood dip is always a crowd favorite. Loaded with shrimp, crab, melted cheese, and bold Cajun flavor, it’s the kind of dip everyone gathers around, especially when paired with warm, crispy garlic bread for scooping.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Two kinds of seafood. Shrimp and crab both bring flavor and texture to this rich, cheesy dip.
- Bold Cajun seasoning. Every bite has a little kick that keeps things interesting.
- Homemade garlic bread crisps. Toasted baguette slices are the perfect vehicle for scooping up every bit of dip.
- Great for parties. This dip is easy to make ahead and bake right before guests arrive.
Ingredients
For the Seafood Dip
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
- ½ lb lump crab meat
- 1½ tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced
For the Garlic Bread Crisps
- 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 3 tbsp olive oil or melted garlic butter
How to Make Cheesy Cajun Seafood Dip with Garlic Bread Crisps
1. Prepare the dip. Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, and Cajun seasoning until smooth and creamy.
2. Add the seafood. Fold in 1 cup of the mozzarella, all of the cheddar cheese, chopped shrimp, crab meat, and half of the sliced green onions until evenly combined.
3. Fill the baking dish. Transfer the seafood dip to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella evenly over the top.
4. Prepare the bread. Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil or melted garlic butter and arrange them on a baking sheet.
5. Bake. Bake the seafood dip and the bread crisps for 18 to 20 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and golden while the bread is crisp and lightly toasted.
6. Garnish and serve. Top the seafood dip with the remaining green onions and serve immediately with the warm garlic bread crisps.
Tips for the Best Cajun Seafood Dip
- Soften the cream cheese fully before mixing so the base blends smooth without lumps.
- Fold the crab in gently. A light hand keeps the lump pieces intact instead of shredding them into the dip.
- Watch the bread crisps closely. They can go from toasted to burnt quickly, so check them a few minutes before the dip is done.
- Serve immediately. This dip is best enjoyed hot, right out of the oven while the cheese is still bubbly.
What to Serve with Cajun Seafood Dip
The garlic bread crisps are the star pairing here, but crackers or fresh vegetable sticks also work well for scooping up this rich, cheesy dip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use imitation crab?
Yes, imitation crab works well and keeps this recipe more budget-friendly.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, assemble the dip and refrigerate, unbaked, for up to a day. Add a few extra minutes to the bake time if going in cold.
Can I use a different bread for dipping?
Yes, sliced sourdough or a sturdy cracker both work well in place of a baguette.
Cheesy Cajun Seafood Dip with Garlic Bread Crisps
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, and Cajun seasoning until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in 1 cup of the mozzarella, all of the cheddar cheese, chopped shrimp, crab meat, and half of the sliced green onions until evenly combined.
- Transfer the seafood dip to an oven-safe skillet or baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella evenly over the top.
- Brush both sides of the baguette slices with olive oil or melted garlic butter and arrange them on a baking sheet.
- Bake the seafood dip and the bread crisps for 18 to 20 minutes, until the dip is hot, bubbly, and golden and the bread is crisp and lightly toasted.
- Top the seafood dip with the remaining green onions and serve immediately with the warm garlic bread crisps.
