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    Home » Recipes » Dip Recipe

    Creamy Cheesy Cheddar Lobster Dip

    Published: Aug 13, 2020 · Modified: Feb 8, 2023 by Chef Dennis Littley

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    If you love warm dips, my lobster dip is going to become one of your favorites. This creamy cheesy cheddar Lobster Dip is definitely a favorite in our home! 

    hand scooping out Cheddar lobster dip with a Mission Tortilla chip

    With the holidays in full swing, I’ve got friends and family visiting every chance they get and that means I get to spend time in the kitchen cooking up deliciousness to serve while Lisa plays hostess.

    I have to admit that I love entertaining and enjoy the opportunity to share food with my friends and family. Lisa and I are the perfect pair when it comes to entertaining.

    She’s more of the social butterfly and enjoys mingling with guests outside of the kitchen, whereas I feel more at home in the kitchen and enjoy chatting with those that wander in for something to eat or drink.

    What ingredients do I need to make a Lobster Dip?

    ingredients for cheddar lobster dip in glass bowls on a cutting board

    Let’s start by gathering our ingredients (aka mise en place) for this dish. It’s a good idea to get everything you need before you start to prepare any dish in your kitchen.

    It’s an easy way to see if you’re missing anything you need before you start cooking. It makes the whole process go more quickly. And less time in the kitchen means more time with your family and friends.

    My Cheddar Lobster Dip is really easy to make and you can find lobster meat at most upscale grocery stores in the area. 

    sauteed shallots and garlic in a sautee pan on a cutting board.

    After gathering the ingredients and prepping the garlic and shallots, the recipe goes pretty quickly. Start by sautéing the aromatics (garlic and shallots) in a sauté pan briefly so you get the full flavor of them in your dip.

    ingredients for the lobster dip in a bowl

    Then you add your ingredients into a mixing bowl. You can see I’ve chopped the lobster up a bit, but feel free to leave bigger pieces if you’d like.

    What type of cheese can I use in this Dip?

    I’ve used cheddar cheese in my recipe, but you can switch it out with Gruyere, Swiss or any of your favorites. If you’d like to use a more flavorful cheese, add it in small quantities so you don’t overpower the lobster.

    cheddar lobster dip mixed up in a stainless steel bowl with a blue spatula

    Mix all of the ingredients together (make sure your cream cheese is softened).

    cheddar lobster dip in a baking dish on a cutting board

    Spoon the Cheddar Lobster Dip into an oven-safe dish and smooth the top with a spatula.

    lobster dip in a baking dish ready for the ove

    Top the dip with the remaining cheddar and sprinkle with the remaining smoked paprika. Next, bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.

    What Seasonings Can I use in a lobster dip?

    I used smoked paprika in my Cheddar Lobster Dip, but you can use old bay, lemon pepper or any of your favorite seasoning combinations.

    baked lobster dip next to tortilla chips on a cutting board

    When it’s time to serve up your Creamy Cheesy Cheddar Lobster Dip this holiday season make sure to have plenty of your favorite Chips or Crackers on hand.

    If you love seafood dips my Maryland Hot Crab Dip is another dip you have to try!

    hand scooping out Cheddar lobster dip with a Mission Tortilla chip

    But, it all comes down to the taste….sigh. And my Creamy Cheesy Cheddar Lobster Dip didn’t disappoint. It was ah-mazingly delicious! I loved how well it went with the flavor of the crispy tortilla chips.

    Recipe FAQ’s

    Can I reheat the lobster dip?

    Yes, you can. It would be easiest to reheat it gently on the stovetop. It’s going to be too thick, and it can be thinned out with a little milk or water. Taste and reseason as needed.

    Can I use another cheese in this dip?

    Yes, you can. Swiss, Gruyere, or fontina would also make good choices. Or use a combination of your favorite cheese.

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    4.83 from 118 votes

    Cheesy Cheddar Lobster Dip

    It’s not difficult to make my Cheddar Lobster Dip and it’s the perfect hot dip to serve when you want to impress your guests. I promise they’ll love every delicious bite of this Hot Cheesy Lobster Dip 
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time25 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Appetiser
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 477kcal
    Author: Chef Dennis Littley

    Ingredients

    • Tortilla Chips
    • 6 ounces cooked lobster meat (claw, knuckle and body meat)
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • ¼ cup chopped shallots
    • 1 teaspoon horseradish
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • sea salt and black pepper to taste
    • 8 ounces grated cheddar cheese
    • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
    • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
    • Heat a medium skillet to medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Add the shallots and garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
    • In a mixing bowl, add the lobster, shallot/garlic mixture, half of the cheddar, the cream cheese, sour cream, Romano cheese, horseradish, mustard and half of the smoked paprika. Mix well.
    • Add mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading mixture evenly.
    • Add remaining cheddar cheese and smoked paprika.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit or until cheese is golden and bubbly.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Cholesterol: 128mg | Sodium: 635mg | Potassium: 180mg | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1170IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 372mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    1. Matthew Hyde

      December 23, 2022 at 9:33 am

      I wanted to make this for 12 people. Can I just double the ingredients ?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        December 23, 2022 at 10:14 am

        yes you can double the recipe. Bake it in two casseroles if you have them, that way it will be easier for that many people to try the dip.

        Reply
    2. Marci

      June 27, 2022 at 7:15 pm

      Can you mix this a couple of days ahead and keep in the fridge before baking it?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        June 27, 2022 at 7:25 pm

        Yes, you can, just make sure to wrap it up tightly so no stray flavors get in and it doesn’t dry out.

        Reply
    3. Amy

      December 22, 2021 at 6:39 pm

      Can I substitute Romano with Parmesan?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        December 22, 2021 at 7:07 pm

        yes you can.

        Reply
    4. Diane Herman

      September 19, 2021 at 11:16 am

      Can I freeze this. I divided in 2 dishes.

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        September 19, 2021 at 2:14 pm

        it should freeze well. You may have remix it when you defrost, before baking.

        Reply
    5. Andrea

      May 18, 2021 at 8:49 am

      5 stars
      Hi all,
      I have tried many lobster dip recipes, the smoked paprika in this one caught my attention. I tweaked this recipe as I like mine more chunky. I used twice the amount of lobster and twice the amount of diced shallot/onion/green onion (whatever you’ve got works). I substituted 1/2 of a cup of real mayonnaise for the sour cream because I was out of sour cream. A Tbsp of dried parsley adds some colour and subtle flavour. Finally I also add Chili flakes or cayenne pepper to taste for a bit of heat.
      Turned out great! Thanks for the very solid jumping off point!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        May 18, 2021 at 9:46 am

        most recipes should be looked at as guidelines and making it more to your liking is what cooking at home is all about!

        Reply
    6. Denis joyal

      February 06, 2021 at 2:05 pm

      Could you replace lobster with crab for a hot crab dip

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        February 06, 2021 at 3:57 pm

        you sure can

        Reply
    7. Tani Odorfer

      January 05, 2021 at 9:11 pm

      Chef Dennis,

      My son cannot eat shallots. He can tolerate green onions. Do you think I could subsitute the green onions for the shallots and if so how much should I use?

      Thank you, this looks so tasty!!!

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        January 06, 2021 at 9:32 am

        that’s not a problem, you can replace them or they can easily be left out.

        Reply
    8. Anne Martin

      January 01, 2021 at 8:33 pm

      Made this today and it was delicious!! Will definitely be making this again and again.

      Reply
    9. D Parks

      December 28, 2020 at 9:37 am

      It was delicious! A favourite now

      Reply
    10. Loren

      December 26, 2020 at 11:06 am

      Where does the horseradish come in?

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        December 26, 2020 at 11:09 am

        sorry about that, it goes when you’re mixing in the cheese with the ingredients in step 3

        Reply
    11. J. Villandre

      December 17, 2020 at 1:25 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy!!!!!

      Reply
    12. Sarah James

      August 23, 2020 at 8:03 am

      5 stars
      How delicious, I love lobster your Cheddar Lobster dip was amazing. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    13. Debra

      August 18, 2020 at 8:43 pm

      5 stars
      Perfect. My sister in law just loves lobster and I always try to have new tasty treats when she comes to visit. Can’t wait to make this for her.

      Reply
    14. Terri A Steffes

      August 16, 2020 at 9:19 pm

      This looks amazing. I know my husband would love it as he adores lobster. I need to put it on my date night dinner list.

      Reply
    15. Lynndee

      August 16, 2020 at 9:16 am

      I love a good dip. And I’m a seafood lover as well. I can’t wait to try your recipe. Yum!

      Reply
    16. Catalina

      August 16, 2020 at 7:24 am

      5 stars
      Deliciousness! I’ve tried this lobster dip and It was amazing! My whole family loves it!

      Reply
    17. Nancy at Whispered Inspirations

      August 15, 2020 at 10:50 pm

      OMG, this looks so good. Such a great recipe, my husband would love this. He loves lobster.

      Reply
    18. Jenn @ EngineerMommy

      August 15, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      I’ve had something just like this a famous chain seafood restaurant. I never thought to make this myself at home. I love your recipe. Need to try it this weekend!

      Reply
    19. sara lafountain

      August 15, 2020 at 12:33 pm

      That cheesy topping is calling my name! This recipe is perfect for our upcoming ladies book club.

      Reply
    20. Heather

      August 15, 2020 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      Wow this was incredible. You had me at lobster and cheese. I will be making this again for the weekend!

      Reply
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