Hot Shrimp Dip Recipe

Hot Shrimp Dip Recipe

This hot, bubbly shrimp dip is packed with juicy shrimp, cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar, and mozzarella. Seasoned with Old Bay, it’s full of flavor, and a bit of flour prevents the cheese from turning grainy. Perfect for holiday parties, serve with crusty bread, pita chips, or crackers.

Why You’ll Love It

• Easy mix-and-bake recipe with minimal effort
• Can be doubled for a larger crowd
• Versatile — try variations with different seasonings or add-ins
• Packed with flavor and always a hit

Recipe Variations

• Swap Old Bay for Cajun seasoning
• Add finely chopped red pepper or onion
• Substitute chives with green onion or parsley
• Include crispy bacon or bell peppers
See: Shrimp Salad Recipe

Ingredients (Serves 8–10)

• ½ pound shrimp, cleaned
• 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp pepper (adjust to taste)
• ½ tsp salt (optional)
• 6 oz sour cream, at room temperature
• 6 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
• 2 cups cheese (cheddar + mozzarella)
• 1 tsp flour
• 3 tbsp chopped chives or green onion

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a small cast iron skillet or ovenproof dish.
2. Chop shrimp into 2–3 pieces each.
3. Heat butter in skillet, add shrimp and Old Bay seasoning, cook 3–4 minutes until pink.
4. In a bowl, mix cream cheese, shredded cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, smoked paprika, flour, pepper, and green onions. Fold in the cooked shrimp.
5. Transfer mixture back to the skillet or a baking dish.
6. Bake 10–12 minutes until bubbly around the edges.
7. Garnish with chives/green onions and a sprinkle of Old Bay before serving.

Storage

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended as it may curdle the cheese.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with toasted bread, crackers, nachos, chips, or pita bites
• Works well with fresh veggies like carrots or cucumber
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Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 273 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 4g
• Protein: 14g
• Fat: 23g (Saturated Fat: 13g)
• Cholesterol: 112mg
• Sodium: 449mg
• Calcium: 267mg