Introduction

Crab Rangoon Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer inspired by the classic crab rangoon. It’s easy to make and perfect for parties, combining rich cream cheese, tender crab meat, and crispy wonton chips for dipping.

A white oval baking dish filled with a creamy, melted cheese dip that has a slightly browned edge. The top layer is smooth and glossy with small green onion pieces scattered evenly across the surface. Two triangular golden-brown chips are partially dipped on one side, showing the thick, creamy dip inside. The dish is placed on a white marbled surface, and a woman's hand is dipping one of the chips into the cheese. Additional golden chips surround the dish. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature, 227 grams)
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded and divided (113 grams)
6 ounces lump crab meat (drained and picked through, 170.1 grams)
2 green onions (sliced thin, plus more for topping)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon soy sauce
3 cups neutral oil (optional for wonton chips, such as canola or vegetable oil, 594 grams)
24 wonton wrappers (optional, cut into triangles for chips)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 3-cup baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Step 2: If making wonton chips, heat the oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit before preparing the dip. Alternatively, you can serve the dip with tortilla chips.
Step 3: In a large bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of the shredded mozzarella, crab meat, green onions, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce until evenly combined.
Step 4: Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Step 5: While the dip bakes, fry the wonton triangles in batches in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 1 minute per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 6: Once baked, top the warm dip with additional sliced green onions. Serve immediately with the wonton chips for dipping.

Tips & Variations

For a spicier dip, add a dash of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
If you prefer, substitute imitation crab for lump crab meat to lower the cost.
Wonton chips can be baked instead of fried by brushing the triangles lightly with oil and baking at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
Use tortilla chips or pita chips as an easier alternative if you don’t want to make wonton chips.

Storage

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to maintain its creamy texture. Wonton chips are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two to preserve crispness.

How to Serve

A close-up of a white oval dish filled with a creamy, melted cheese dip topped with small green onion pieces scattered across the surface. A woman's hand is lifting a triangular golden-brown chip dipped deep into the cheese, showing long, stretchy cheese strands pulling away from the dish. In the foreground, more golden chips with a crispy texture rest on a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dip mixture a day in advance and store it covered in the refrigerator. Bake it fresh right before serving for the best texture and flavor.

What if I don’t have lump crab meat?

You can use canned crab or even imitation crab meat if fresh lump crab isn’t available. Just make sure it’s well-drained and picked through to avoid shells.