Dinner

Hot Lobster Dip Recipe

BySophie Carsel December 30, 2025December 30, 2025

Introduction

Hot Lobster Dip is a rich and creamy appetizer that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Featuring langostino lobster, melted cheese, and a crispy potato chip topping, this dip is sure to impress your guests and satisfy seafood lovers.

The dish is served in a white bowl with a handle, placed on a white marbled surface. It features a creamy, off-white base covered with small shrimp that are pale pink with red edges scattered throughout. On top, there are layers of golden-yellow ridged potato chips, some larger and some broken, providing a crunchy texture contrast. Small green basil leaves and tiny dill sprigs add bright green spots over the creamy and crispy layers. To the side, there is a small bunch of purple chive flowers adding a pop of color on the right edge of the bowl. A few potato chips and a basil leaf are scattered near the bowl on the surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound langostino lobster, thawed if frozen (cooked)
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
8 ounces gruyere cheese, freshly grated
2 ounces parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Kosher salt and pepper
Crushed potato chips, for topping
Potato chips and crackers, for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2: Pat the langostino lobster completely dry with a paper towel.
Step 3: In a bowl, mix or beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, dijon mustard, dried chives, lemon zest, dried dill, and a big pinch of salt and pepper until smooth and well combined. Stir in the grated gruyere, parmesan, and langostino lobster.
Step 4: Spread the dip evenly in a baking dish such as an 8-inch pie plate. Sprinkle the top with crushed potato chips.
Step 5: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the dip is bubbling and hot. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs or chives before serving.
Step 6: Serve warm with additional potato chips and crackers for dipping.

Tips & Variations

Use cooked, thawed langostino lobster or substitute with cooked crab meat or regular lobster for a similar flavor.
For extra crunch, add a layer of panko breadcrumbs mixed with melted butter on top before baking instead of potato chips.
Swap dijon mustard for whole grain mustard for added texture and flavor.
Fresh herbs like parsley or dill make a nice garnish and add brightness.

Storage

Store any leftover lobster dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven at 350 degrees F until warmed through, or microwave in short bursts stirring in between to keep the dip creamy.

How to Serve

The dish is served in a white round skillet with a handle wrapped in a beige cloth, sitting on a white marbled surface. The top layer is creamy and white, mixed with small pink shrimp scattered evenly around. Over the creamy base, there are many golden-yellow ridged potato chips spread across, some slightly broken, giving a crunchy look. Small fresh green basil leaves and dill sprigs add a touch of color, along with three purple flower clusters placed on one side near the skillet edge. Around the skillet on the surface, there are a few loose potato chips and a single green basil leaf. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dip mixture up to a day in advance. Keep it refrigerated and add the crushed potato chips and bake just before serving for the best texture.