Cream Cheese Crab Meat Cocktail Sauce Recipe

Cream cheese crab meat cocktail sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe that is perfect for any occasion. This cocktail sauce is made with creamy, tangy cream cheese, sweet and savory crab meat, and spicy horseradish. The combination of these flavors creates a rich and flavorful sauce that is perfect for dipping or spreading on your favorite foods. Here is the recipe for cream cheese crab meat cocktail sauce:

Ingredients:

8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons horseradish
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
12 oz. crab meat, cooked and chopped

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until creamy and smooth.
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, ketchup, onions, parsley, horseradish, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Gently fold in the cooked and chopped crab meat.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the cocktail sauce for at least 2 hours before serving.

Serve chilled with your favorite crackers or vegetables for dipping. This cream cheese crab meat cocktail sauce is also delicious on a sandwich or as a spread on bagels or toast. The flavor of the sauce intensifies over time, so it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips:

For a spicier version of this cocktail sauce, add more horseradish or hot sauce to taste.
If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the ingredients in a food processor or blender.
You can use fresh or canned crab meat for this recipe. If using canned crab meat, drain the excess liquid before adding it to the sauce.
If you don't have horseradish, you can substitute it with wasabi or Dijon mustard.

This cream cheese crab meat cocktail sauce recipe is a crowd-pleaser that is sure to impress your guests. It's quick and easy to make, yet it has a gourmet flavor that is perfect for any special occasion. Try this recipe today and enjoy the delicious taste of cream cheese crab meat cocktail sauce!