Description
A creamy and cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip that’s perfect as a party appetizer or snack. Packed with spinach, artichokes, and a blend of cheeses, this warm dip is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser when served with tortilla chips or baguette slices.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 block cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese, plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 package frozen spinach, defrosted and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Tortilla chips or baguette slices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up while you prepare the dip.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, freshly grated Parmesan, shredded white cheddar, shredded Gruyère, chopped artichoke hearts, defrosted chopped spinach, minced garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Transfer to baking dish: Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula. Sprinkle extra shredded white cheddar on top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake the dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake until the dip is bubbly and slightly golden, approximately 30 minutes. For a more golden top, switch the oven to broil on high and broil for an additional 2 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning.
- Serve warm: Remove the dip from the oven and serve immediately with tortilla chips or sliced baguette for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure easy mixing and a smooth texture.
- Defrost and drain the frozen spinach well to avoid excess water in the dip.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to preferred spice level.
- The dip can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
- For a lighter version, consider using reduced-fat mayonnaise and sour cream.
Keywords: spinach artichoke dip, creamy dip, party appetizer, cheesy dip, baked dip, vegetarian appetizer