Cajun shrimp dip features lots of big chunks of shrimp in a creamy, cheesy, warm dip. The mix of seasonings and a diced jalapeno bring some spice to make it interesting. It is a tasty appetizer, perfect for a wide variety of occasions.
This creamy Cajun shrimp dip is the stuff snacking dreams are made if. It has just the right amount of spice, plenty of shrimp and gooey melty cheese.
It is hard to stop eating it once you start. Make some for your next party or for game day, you won’t be disappointed.
We happen to love a little spice at our house. Well, two of the three of us do. Little Dude thinks things are too spicy sometimes, but he’ll grow into it!
I like to have food with a good kick every now and then. I like chopping whole jalapenos for our chili and I love a good stuffed jalapeno.
Peach Habanero Jelly? Now that’s my jam!
I am all about some buffalo chicken dip and have been known to enjoy my hot wings with hot sauce when given the choices of mild, medium or hot.
This dip isn’t super spicy, though. It will not bring tears to your eyes. It is much more likely to bring a smile to your face.
There is definitely a Cajun kick, but the sweetness of the shrimp and creaminess of the cheese turns it into a super pleasant warmth rather than a smack your face burn.
I have made this dip for everything from Easter open houses to retirement parties. It is a hit every time.
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Any time you need an appetizer, this dip should be in the running. It is so good!
Tips, Tricks and Substitutions
As written, this dip is absolutely loaded with shrimp. You could get away with using half the amount if you want to.
Or stretch the recipe further by doubling the amount of cream cheese and mayonnaise. Up the spices a little bit too, and you can make more dip for not much more money.
If you don’t like the idea of mayonnaise in the dip, you could use sour cream or Greek yogurt instead.
For more spice, add an extra jalapeno. Or you can increase the amount of Cajun seasoning to your liking.
You could also serve the dip with hot sauce on the side. That way people can customize their helping according to their own spice tolerance.
This dip also works great with chopped imitation crab meat.
For a large party, double the recipe and bake it in a 9×13-inch pan.
More Hot Dip Recipes
For another cheesy dip that is loaded with flavor, try making some creamy refried bean dip. Then be sure to have plenty of tortilla chips on hand to enjoy it.
We also love pulled pork dip. It has BBQ flavors and is a great way to turn leftover pulled pork into a fun starter.
Otherwise, if you like shrimp and spice together, shrimp jalapeno poppers might be for you. They are wrapped in bacon for an extra tasty treat.
Cajun Shrimp Dip
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked shrimp peeled and deveined
- 1 jalapeno
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz. cream cheese softened
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped green onion or chives
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- Roughly chop the shrimp. You want decent sized chunks left so you can see/taste it. so just cut each shrimp into 3-4 pieces.1 lb cooked shrimp
- Remove the seeds from the jalapeno and dice it relatively finely.1 jalapeno
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together mayonnaise and cream cheese until mostly smooth.⅓ cup mayonnaise, 8 oz. cream cheese
- Stir in ½ cup of shredded cheese, jalapeno, and spices. Fold in some green onions or chives if desired.1½ teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning, Optional: 1/4 cup chopped green onion or chives
- Add chopped shrimp and mix to combine.
- Spread into 8-inch square baking dish and top with remaining ½ cup of cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melty and dip is heated through.
- If desired, top with a few shakes of hot sauce and chopped chives.
- Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips or toasted slices of baguette.
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I love a good dip. Appetizers are my favorite! I'm not a hot mouth, so may need to cut back on the zip, but this is a must make!
The good part is that recipes like this are easy to adjust the heat on. Thanks for stopping by!
I'm not usually one to make dips very often but this looks tasty!
I don't make them super often either, mostly because I find them to be addictive! Thank you!
I love shrimp dips! Pinned!
Thank you!
Oh my goodness, this sounds soooooo good! I've never tried a shrimp dip before, but you make a good argument for it! My family loves appetizers before get-together's, I'm going to have to make this for them! And my hubby is the same way, the hotter the better 🙂
Thank you! We had this before our Cinco de Mayo feast and my dad, brother, husband and I almost took out the whole dang bowl. Of course we didn't each much dinner afterwards, but it was worth it! I hope your gang likes it just as much as we do!
This looks amazing! I know my crew would eat it up quickly!
Thank you! It always goes quickly when I make it too!
I love everything about this dip! One jalapeno sounds just perfect 🙂
It is definitely enough to make it interesting without making it intolerable! Thank you!
Oh my gosh, YUM! I love crab dip, but I've never tried shrimp! This would be great for our end of the school year party. Thanks for the great idea 🙂
It is so good, I hope you love it!
Thanks, Ellen. I hope you love it!
Matt has an iron gut! A whole habanero! I like your version better.
Me too! 😉 Thans!
Tell Matt he better better be ready to up his game. Carolina Reepers from KC's pepper patch will be ready soon. Yikes.
I know, that is scary!