Description
A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful spinach artichoke dip perfect for parties or cozy nights in. This baked dip combines tender spinach and artichokes with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mozzarella, finished with a golden, bubbly top that will delight crowd pleasers.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Optional
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for extra heat
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dairy and Spices: In a bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended, forming the creamy base of the dip.
- Add Vegetables and Cheese: Fold in the thawed and drained spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, grated Parmesan cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella. Mix thoroughly to blend all ingredients evenly.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top to create a delicious cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown, signaling it’s fully cooked and ready to serve.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool slightly for safe serving. Optionally, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes over the top for an added spicy kick.
- Serve: Serve the warm spinach artichoke dip with your choice of tortilla chips, pita bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- Be sure to fully thaw and drain the spinach to avoid a watery dip.
- For an extra creamy texture, use full-fat dairy products.
- Allowing the dip to cool slightly helps it set and makes serving easier.
- You can prepare the dip ahead of time and refrigerate it, then bake just before serving.
- Customize the heat by adjusting or omitting crushed red pepper flakes.
