Description
This creamy, cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Made with a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, parmesan, mozzarella, artichokes, and spinach, it's baked until hot and melty. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz. cream cheese, well softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp garlic clove, minced
- 2/3 cup (76g) finely shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (56g) finely shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 (14 oz) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 6 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed to drain excess liquid
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a small 1-quart baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, parmesan, mozzarella, and pepper. Stir well until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Add Vegetables: Fold in the chopped artichoke hearts and drained spinach to the creamy mixture, ensuring everything is evenly incorporated.
- Bake Dip: Spread the spinach-artichoke mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, until the dip is heated through and melty.
- Serve: Serve the dip warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or toasted baguette slices as a delicious appetizer or snack.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the spinach and artichokes to prevent a watery dip.
- You can prepare the dip a few hours ahead and refrigerate it; bake just before serving.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
- Substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a slightly tangier and healthier option.
- Use freshly grated cheeses for better melt and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 recipe
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
