Description
A creamy, cheesy, and garlicky spinach artichoke dip that’s easy to make and perfect for parties or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 10 oz (280g) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 can (14 oz / 400g) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup (113g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (60ml) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice (optional)
- Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw frozen spinach completely and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
- Drain and chop the artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Fold in chopped artichokes, squeezed spinach, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan. Mix until evenly combined.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with pita chips, toasted baguette slices, or fresh veggies.
Notes
[‘Make sure to squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach to avoid a watery dip.’, ‘Softening the cream cheese before mixing prevents lumps.’, ‘Freshly shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese melt better than pre-shredded.’, ‘You can prepare the dip up to step 3 and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.’, ‘Add ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick.’, ‘Serve with pita chips, tortilla chips, crusty bread, or fresh veggies.’, ‘Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.’, ‘Reheat gently in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or microwave in short bursts.’, ‘Freezing is not recommended after baking due to texture changes; freeze before baking if needed.’]
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About ¼ cup per serv
- Calories: 280
- Sodium: 420
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
Keywords: spinach artichoke dip, cheesy dip, party snack, appetizer, easy dip, creamy dip