Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printer View)

Decadent creamy dip with spinach, artichokes, and three cheeses. Ideal for sharing at parties or events.

# Components:

→ Dairy & Cheeses

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1/2 cup sour cream
05 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise

→ Vegetables

06 - 7 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
07 - 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a medium baking dish (8x8 in).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Beat until smooth and creamy using an electric mixer or sturdy spatula.
03 - Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until evenly mixed.
04 - Fold in chopped spinach and artichoke hearts, mixing until fully incorporated.
05 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
06 - Sprinkle with additional mozzarella and Parmesan for a golden crust.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and lightly browned on top.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving with tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or crudités.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses easy-to-find, mostly pantry ingredients
  • Ready to bake in just 15 minutes
  • Crowd favorite for parties and family movie nights
  • Vegetarian friendly and super adaptable for add-ins
02 -
  • High in protein and calcium thanks to three cheeses
  • Great for making ahead and baking later
  • Suitable for vegetarians and customizable for spice levels
  • Parmesan is my secret ingredient here It gives a deep savory finish that reminds me of family dinners where we always sprinkled extra cheese on everything Watching everyone come back for seconds always feels like a little win
03 -
  • Do not skip draining the spinach or the dip will turn watery
  • For sharper flavor stir in a bit of Dijon mustard or fresh chives
  • Finish under the broiler for a perfectly bronzed top but watch so it does not burn

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