3 Ingredient Cream Cheese Shrimp Dip Recipe | Seeking Good Eats (2024)

Published: Dec 6, 2022 · Modified: Oct 28, 2023 by seekinggoodeats · This post may contain affiliate links

This tasty cream cheese shrimp dip recipe might literally be the fastest and easiest appetizer recipe ever! Make this cold shrimp dip with only 3 ingredients and less than 3 minutes to prepare! Keep ingredients on hand for a quick appetizer when the inevitable drop-in guests arrive. 🙂

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Why You'll ❤️ This Cold Shrimp Dip

"Flashback! This shrimp dip brings back so many memories! I had an Aunt that used to bring this dip to every family party, and it was always a hit. (I won't say what decade as that might age me)" 🙂 -Kori

Super Easy Appetizer! With 3 simple ingredients, this can easily be made in less than 3 minutes. The ingredients can be kept on hand for last-minute guests, too - which you will love. Jazz it up with sliced green onions or fresh dill if desired.

Tasty Appetizer Recipe. Shrimp and co*cktail sauce is an amazing combination that almost everyone loves. Turned into a cold cream cheese dip with shrimp - it's even tastier! Serve with crackers or veggies. Yum.

Keto Shrimp Dip. While this dip is perfect for everyone, it definitely falls into the low carb and keto diet nicely. Low carb watchers and keto dieters can dip their favorite veggies, while others can eat with crackers.

Shrimp Dip Recipe ingredients

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this shrimp dip recipe:

• co*cktail Sauce - Try my homemade sugar-free co*cktail sauce - it's super easy! This dip is only as good as your co*cktail sauce. Make sure it's good quality and a favorite! Keto followers make sure it is a keto-friendly sauce and sugar-free). Make it spicier by adding hot sauce to the co*cktail sauce.
• Canned Shrimp - you can also use cooked chopped shrimp, thawed, frozen or fresh (cooked) shrimp. Use the small salad shrimp, or medium sized is fine. You can also substitute crabmeat if desired.
• Cream Cheese - use regular or nonfat - softened.
• Optional for garnish - sliced green onions, chopped fresh chives or dill.

💡Tip: make sure to use a favorite co*cktail sauce that you've tested and love! This dip is as good as your co*cktail sauce.

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What is the best Keto co*cktail Sauce?

A keto co*cktail sauce should contain no sugar. Every brand has a different taste so the best choice will be according to your personal preference. However, the bestketo co*cktail sauceis super simple to make yourself. Mix 1 cup sugar free ketchup, 1/2 tablespoon of creamy horseradish, and a pinch or two of allulose (or other sweetener) together in a small bowl. Adjust the flavors according to your tastes. That’s all there is to it!

Shrimp Cream Cheese Dip Variations to try

• Spicy - add chili pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or hot sauce to the co*cktail sauce.
• Use a chive cream cheese.
• Chili sauce can be substituted for co*cktail sauce.
• Old bay seasoning can be added to the co*cktail sauce or sprinkled on top of the shrimp.
• Canned crabmeat can be substituted for the canned shrimp. Shrimp can be chopped and used in place of canned.
• Make it a hot shrimp dip - bake in the oven just until warmed through. I like to add the shrimp in the last few minutes because if baked too long, they can become rubbery.

How To Make Shrimp Dip

1. Let the cream cheese come to room temperature, make the co*cktail sauce, and thaw the shrimp if needed.

2. Place the cream cheese in the bottom of a dish. You can spread it out slightly or leave it in its original shape.

3. Spread co*cktail sauce over the top, then top with shrimp.

How to Serve Shrimp Dip with Cream Cheese

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

Garnish with fresh dill, chives, or sliced green onions. Sprinkle with fresh lemon juice for more zest.

Serve with raw veggies such as carrot and celery sticks and crackers.

I include a small co*cktail spreader or butter knife, which makes it easier to spread on crackers.

How to Store Cream Cheese Shrimp Dip

Leftover shrimp dip can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It cannot be frozen, unfortunately.

Cold Shrimp Dip FAQs

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This shrimp dip will be your favorite easy appetizer recipe! This gluten free, low carb, and keto appetizer is so quick it will blow you away - less than 3 minutes to make! Keep ingredients for a spur-of-the-moment snack recipe! A perfect make-ahead appetizer for your next party, cookout, or holiday gathering. Serve with fresh veggies and crackers. #easydip #shrimp #appetizer #easyappetizer #holidayrecipe #partydip #seekinggoodeats #keto #lowcarb #seafood #seafoodappetizer #healthysnack #partysnack