Description

This boat dip recipe is a cozy, flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings and casual nights alike. Combining creamy cheese, savory spices, and optional seafood or veggies, it’s baked to bubbly perfection inside a hollowed-out bread loaf that doubles as an edible serving vessel. The creamy dip pairs perfectly with crisp chips, fresh vegetables, or toasted bread for scooping. Easy to customize and always a hit, this recipe will quickly become your go-to for parties or comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
½ cup cooked crab meat or sautéed mushrooms (optional)
1 loaf sourdough or French bread

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Slice the top off the bread and hollow out the inside, leaving a thick shell.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
Stir in shredded cheeses, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Fold in optional cooked crab meat or mushrooms.
Spoon the mixture into the bread bowl and top with extra cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
Let cool slightly before serving with chips, veggies, or bread chunks.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
Sauté any vegetables or proteins to avoid excess moisture.
Adjust seasoning to taste before baking.
Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American