Description
This Devil Crab Cream Cheese Ball is a flavorful and creamy appetizer combining imitation crabmeat with cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and a blend of Cajun seasonings. Perfect for parties or gatherings, it’s easy to prepare, requires no cooking, and 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
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the imitation crabmeat flakes, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, finely diced white onion, chopped celery, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
- Shape the Ball: Place a large piece of plastic wrap on a plate. Scoop the crab mixture into the center of the plastic wrap and use the wrap to shape the mixture into a compact round ball, ensuring it holds together well.
- Chill: Refrigerate the wrapped crab cheese ball for 1 to 2 hours or until firm to allow the flavors to meld and the shape to set.
- Serve: Remove the plastic wrap and transfer the crab cheese ball onto a serving plate. Optionally, drizzle cocktail sauce over the top. Serve with crackers, pretzels, or vegetable sticks as an appetizer.
Notes
- For best texture, ensure the cream cheese is softened before mixing.
- You can make this appetizer a day ahead and keep refrigerated until serving.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level.
- Optional cocktail sauce adds a tangy complement but is not mandatory.
- Serve chilled for optimal flavor and firmness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Devil crab cheese ball, crab appetizer, cream cheese ball, party appetizer, no-cook crab dip
