Shrimp Dip

5 from 1 vote

This Shrimp Dip recipe is creamy, tangy, and full of flavor! Made with tender shrimp, cream cheese, and savory seasonings. It’s an easy appetizer that’s always a hit at any gathering!

Prep Time10

Chill:30

Total Time40

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

8 ounces Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
¼ cup Mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
¼ cup Shrimp Cocktail Sauce
1 teaspoon Hot Sauce
1 Tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
½ teaspoon Salt
¼ teaspoon Garlic Powder
¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
2 cups Cooked Shrimp tails removed and chopped
¼ cup Green Onions finely sliced

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese with the mayonnaise until combined and smooth.
Mix in the Worcestershire sauce, cocktail sauce, hot sauce, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, onion powder and pepper with the mixture until fully combined.
Stir in the chopped shrimp and diced green onions with a spatula.
Chill for at least 30 minutes.
Taste test before and add in more salt and pepper based on your prefer. Then it's ready to serve with your favorite dippers and enjoy!

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Notes

Helpful Tips

Cream Cheese - Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature so that it is creamy when mixed for the best texture of this dip recipe.
Make sure to Chill - The chilling time is needed so that all the flavors are fully combined and cold before serving.
Use Small Shrimp - They mix more evenly into the dip.

Variations Ideas

Spicy Shrimp Dip - Add diced jalapeños or extra hot sauce.
Cheesy Baked Version - Stir in shredded mozzarella and bake until bubbly.
Low-Fat Option - Use Greek yogurt instead of mayo for a lighter version.
Seafood Twist - Add crab or lobster for a mixed seafood dip.

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