Warm Crab Cheese Dip (Print-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
02 - 2 tbsp chives, chopped finely
03 - ¼ cup grated parmesan, set aside a portion
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella, divide into two portions
05 - 2-6 oz cans crab meat, drained well
06 - 8 oz softened cream cheese
07 - ½ cup mayonnaise
08 - ¼ cup sour cream
09 - 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
10 - Salt and ground black pepper, to your liking
11 - ½ tsp garlic powder
12 - ¼ tsp crushed red chili flakes

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Turn your oven on to 350°F and let it heat up.
02 - Using a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, Worcestershire, lime juice, red pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir or whisk until smooth.
03 - Toss in ¾ cup mozzarella, ¼ cup parmesan, the crab, garlic powder, and chopped chives. Use a spatula to fold everything gently until mixed well.
04 - Spoon the mixture into a small baking dish like a pie pan. Sprinkle the leftover mozzarella and parmesan on top.
05 - Pop the dish into the oven and bake 20-25 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.
06 - Serve warm and top with fresh chives for garnish.

# Helpful Notes:

01 - Goes great with veggies, crisp crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.