Shrimp and Cream Cheese Dip Recipe
This Shrimp and Cream Cheese Dip is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any gathering. Easy to make and sure to impress your guests!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Serving Dish
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
- 2 stalks celery diced
- 1/2 cup green onions chopped
- 1 cup fresh cooked shrimp chopped
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 3 squirts ketchup
- 2 blocks cream cheese room temperature/softened
- seasoning salt to taste
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Dice the celery and chop the green onions. Make sure your shrimp is cooked and chopped into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, place the softened cream cheese. Using a spatula, mix until it becomes creamy and smooth.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, heavy whipping cream, and ketchup to the cream cheese. Mix well until fully combined and homogeneous.
- Gently fold in the diced celery, chopped green onions, and cooked shrimp. Be careful not to over-mix to keep the shrimp intact.
- Sprinkle seasoning salt over the mixture. Adjust according to your preference.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dip to a serving dish. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Once chilled, serve your Shrimp and Cream Cheese Dip with crackers, chips, or fresh veggies. Enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños.
- This dip can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute shrimp with cooked crab meat or diced cooked chicken if preferred.
- Try adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley for added flavor.