Spicy Crab Cream Cheese Ball This spicy crab cream cheese ball is a bold and savory appetizer that’s ideal for entertaining. It blends smooth cream cheese, zesty seasonings, and flaky imitation crab into a satisfying, crowd-friendly dip with a kick of Cajun flair. Chilled and easy to serve, it’s the ultimate make-ahead party favorite. Ingredients IngredientQuantityImitation crabmeat flakes8 ozCream cheese, softened2 (8 oz) packagesShredded cheddar cheese3/4 cupWhite onion, finely diced1/2 cupCelery, finely chopped1 cupFresh lemon juice1 lemonWorcestershire sauce1 tablespoonCajun seasoning2 teaspoonsGarlic powder2 teaspoonsOnion powder1 1/2 teaspoonsDried parsley1 teaspoonSalt1 1/2 teaspoonsBlack pepper1 teaspoonOptional: Cocktail sauceFor serving Instructions Mix IngredientsIn a large
This spicy crab cream cheese ball is a bold and savory appetizer that’s ideal for entertaining. It blends smooth cream cheese, zesty seasonings, and flaky imitation crab into a satisfying, crowd-friendly dip with a kick of Cajun flair. Chilled and easy to serve, it’s the ultimate make-ahead party favorite.
Ingredients
INGREDIENT QUANTITY
Imitation crabmeat flakes
8 oz
Cream cheese, softened 2 (8 oz) packages
Shredded cheddar cheese 3/4 cup
White onion, finely diced 1/2 cup
Celery, finely chopped
1 cup
Fresh lemon juice 1 lemon
Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon
Cajun seasoning 2 teaspoons
Garlic powder 2 teaspoons
Onion powder 1 1/2 teaspoons
Dried parsley
1 teaspoon
Salt 1 1/2 teaspoons
Black pepper 1 teaspoon
Optional: Cocktail sauce For serving
Instructions
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine imitation crab, softened cream cheese, cheddar, onion, celery, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended and evenly mixed.
Form the Cheese Ball
Place a sheet of plastic wrap on a flat surface. Scoop the mixture onto the center, then gather the edges of the wrap and twist it to form a round, compact ball.
Chill Until Firm
Refrigerate the wrapped cheese ball for at least 1 to 2 hours—or longer—until it’s fully set and firm to the touch.
Serve and Garnish
Unwrap the chilled cheese ball and place it on a serving platter. Serve alongside crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables. For added zest, drizzle with cocktail sauce just before serving if desired.