Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable)

A creamy, crowd-pleasing blend of tender spinach, artichoke hearts, and savory cheeses. Ideal for parties or casual snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
02 - 5 oz fresh spinach, chopped or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 cup sour cream
08 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 tsp salt
10 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
11 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F.
02 - If using fresh spinach, sauté in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Let cool, then squeeze out excess moisture and chop.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
04 - Fold in the chopped artichoke hearts, spinach, garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
06 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
07 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with chips, bread, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The creamy base strikes that perfect balance between tangy and rich without feeling heavy
  • It comes together in about fifteen minutes but tastes like you fussed over it for hours
  • This is one of those rare appetizers that actually disappears at parties, leaving you with an empty dish and compliments
02 -
  • Squeezing every last drop of water from your spinach is non-negotiable—any leftover moisture will make your dip separate and get watery
  • Room temperature cream cheese transforms from a lumpy struggle into a silky smooth base
  • This dip is best served warm, but it holds its temperature remarkably well for a party appetizer
03 -
  • Top with extra mozzarella during the last 5 minutes of baking for that restaurant-style cheese crust
  • A splash of lemon juice brightens everything if you feel the dip needs a little acid
  • Greek yogurt can replace the sour cream if you want to cut the richness slightly
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