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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Appetizers

    Published: Jun 17, 2024 · Modified: Dec 26, 2024 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Dairy Free Crab Dip Recipe

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    This Gluten Free Dairy Free Crab Dip has become a staple in our house for get togethers especially during the holiday season. No one will know this cheesy dip is in fact dairy free. This recipe requires minimal effort and simple ingredients. This cheesy baked crab dip only requires 15 minutes of hands on time. Wow your guests with this delicious hot appetizer! Holy moly is it good!

    Crab dip in a white casserole dish with green onions and red pepper flakes on top.
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    • Why We Love This Recipe
    • Recipe Ingredients
    • Recipe Substitutions and Variations
    • Instructions
    • Recipe Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Other Gluten Free Appetizers You Will Love
    • Are you trying to eat healthier?
    • Dairy Free Crab Dip Recipe

    My husband and I love hosting get togethers, especially around the holidays, football season and for Summer BBQs! We love wowing our guests with traditional foods that are in fact dairy and gluten free. If you love a fun appetizer like us, be sure to check out the other appetizers I have on my blog like my Vegan French Onion Dip, Gluten Free Crab Cakes, Vegan Fruit Dip, Gluten-Free Stuffed Mushrooms, Gluten Free Pigs in a Blanket, Gluten Free Salmon Cakes, Crockpot Gluten Free Mac and Cheese and Air Fryer Pork Belly.

    Why We Love This Recipe

    • Unlike traditional crab dip, this recipe is made with vegan cream cheese that doesn’t even taste dairy free! This recipe is also naturally gluten free, low carb, keto, soy free, egg free, paleo and Whole30 friendly. 
    • You can prepare this easy appetizer the day prior to your get together so all you have to do is throw it in the oven. You can also use this as a cold crab dip recipe and serve it cold, although I love eating it warm!
    • You can serve this hot crab dip with just about anything but we especially love almond flour crackers. The Simple Mills brand has the best gluten free crackers! You can also serve it with mini bell peppers or other fresh vegetables like cucumbers. 
    • This recipe truly makes for a perfect appetizer for just about any occasion. 

    Recipe Ingredients

    Crab dip ingredients laid out on the counter for homemade crab dip.
    • Dairy free cream cheese-I like the Kite Hill Brand best, but any kind of dairy free cream cheese will work. 
    • Ground mustard-For flavor. 
    • ​Jumbo lump crab meat-For the crab. I like getting Wild Caught.
    • ​Old bay seasoning-For flavor. 
    • Nutritional yeast-I am using this in this recipe in place of vegan cheddar cheese to give it a cheesy flavor, but you can use vegan cheese in it’s place. 
    • Coconut aminos-This is in place of soy sauce since it is gluten free. It adds flavor. 
    • Avocado mayo-This helps with the creaminess! Avocado mayo is far better for you than regular mayo. I like getting mine from Thrive Market. They have it at a fraction of the price. If you use my link, you can save money on your first order.
    • Avocado oil spray-To prevent the dip from sticking to the pan.

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Recipe Substitutions and Variations

    • Vegan option-If you want to make a hot vegan crab dip, you can easily swap the lump crab meat for hearts of palm or artichoke hearts.
    • Imitation crab meat-While I prefer real crab meat, you can use imitation crab meat in this recipe. 
    • Mustard-You can also use dijon mustard in place of ground mustard. 
    • Toppings-I sometimes like to add fresh parsley, dairy free cheese, or green onions on top to serve. 

    This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    Instructions

    Crab dip ingredients thrown into a large bowl.
    ​Step #1: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Add all ingredients to a large bowl. 
    Crab dip well mixed in a bowl.
    Step #2: Mix all ingredients together until well mixed throughout. Spray the bottom of an 8 by 8 baking dish with cooking spray oil.
    Crab dip in a casserole dish.
    Step #3: Add the dip the baking dish and bake for 20 minutes. I like to kick the oven up to broil for 2 minutes to get it crispy on top. Top off with optional dairy free parmesan cheese and garnishes to serve. 

    Recipe Tips

    • Tip #1: Do not over mix the mixture, you want to taste the lumps of crab meat.
    • Tip #2: This recipe tastes best right out of the oven.

    Recipe FAQs

    What should I serve this recipe with?

    We love eating this homemade dip with almond flour crackers or vegetables! I love the Simple Mills almond flour crackers.

    Can I prep this recipe in advance?

    Yes! You can make this recipe the night before an event and pop it in the oven prior to your event.

    Crab dip in a white casserole dish with someone dipping a cracker into it.

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    Crab dip in a white casserole dish with green onions and red pepper flakes on top.

    Dairy Free Crab Dip Recipe

    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 30 minutes minutes
    Servings 10 people
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    284kcal
    Cost $30
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    Equipment

    • 8 by 8 casserole dish
    • Large mixing bowl

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb fresh crab meat
    • 16 ounce cream cheese I like using 2 Kite Hill dairy free cream cheese containers. I like the chive flavor.
    • 1/2 cup mayo I prefer to use avocado mayo.
    • 1/2 lemon juiced
    • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
    • 1 tbsp coconut aminos
    • 1 tbsp ground mustard
    • 1 tbsp old bay seasoning

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well throughout. Add the dip to an 8 by 8 casserole container and bake for 20 minutes. I sometimes like to kick up the oven to broil for 2 minutes to get the dip nice and crispy on top.

    Notes

    Storage: This dish can be stored in an airtight glass container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
    Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an estimate and the calorie count is not guaranteed.  
    Servings: This recipe should yield 10 servings. 
    Easy dairy free crab dip that is perfect for any occasion!
    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 627mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 639IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 73mg | Iron: 1mg
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