Description
This Devil Crab Cream Cheese Ball is a creamy, zesty appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Combining imitation crabmeat with cream cheese and a blend of spices, it creates a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that pairs wonderfully with crackers, pretzels, or vegetable sticks.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Cheese Ball
- 8 oz imitation crabmeat flakes
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup finely diced white onion
- 1 cup finely chopped celery
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Optional
- Cocktail sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the imitation crabmeat flakes, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced white onion, chopped celery, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Shape the Ball: Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on a plate. Scoop the mixture into the center of the plastic wrap. Using the wrap, form the mixture into a round ball shape, ensuring it is compact and smooth.
- Chill: Place the wrapped cheese ball in the refrigerator and chill for 1 to 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up, making it easier to serve.
- Serve: Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and place it on a serving plate. Optionally, drizzle cocktail sauce over the top before serving. Accompany with crackers, pretzels, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- The cheese ball can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator, wrapped tightly to maintain freshness.
- For a spicier kick, add extra Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
- Substitute imitation crabmeat with real crab meat for a more authentic flavor, keeping in mind that the nutritional values will vary.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature to ensure easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crab cream cheese ball, appetizer, party snack, no-cook cheese ball, crab dip
