Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip with Golden Cheese Crust
A creamy, cheesy spinach and artichoke dip topped with a golden, bubbly cheese crust. Perfect for potlucks, game nights, or any occasion needing a comforting appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup cooked spinach, squeezed dry
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out all excess water.
- Beat softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in sour cream and mayonnaise until fully combined.
- Stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Fold in cooked spinach and chopped artichoke hearts gently.
- Mix in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Transfer mixture to an 8×8-inch oven-safe baking dish and smooth the surface.
- Top with remaining shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Drain spinach and artichokes well to avoid watery dip. Use softened cream cheese for smooth texture. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded. Watch cheese topping closely after 20 minutes to prevent burning. If dip is too thick after baking, stir in a splash of milk or cream. Tent with foil if cheese browns too fast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/8 of the dip
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 6
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