Description
This baked spinach artichoke dip is a rich, creamy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Packed with spinach, artichoke hearts, and three types of cheese, it’s a crowd-pleasing favorite served hot and bubbly.
Ingredients
- 1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14-oz.) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 (10-oz.) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic.
- Add chopped artichokes, spinach, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Transfer mixture to a small baking dish and smooth top.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve hot with bread, crackers, or chips.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach if desired; just sauté and drain excess liquid.
- You can prepare the dip ahead and bake just before serving.
- Top with extra cheese for a more golden crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
