Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable Version)
Velvety dip blending spinach and artichoke with creamy cheese, ideal for warm, flavorful appetizers.
# What You Need:
→ Dairy Base
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
02 - ½ cup sour cream
03 - ½ cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Vegetables
06 - 5 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
07 - 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Seasonings
09 - ½ teaspoon salt
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ For Serving
12 - 7 oz tortilla chips
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Beat with a hand mixer or whisk until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
03 - Add mozzarella, Parmesan, drained spinach, chopped artichokes, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Fold everything together until evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
05 - Bake for 25 minutes until the dip is bubbling around the edges and the top develops a light golden-brown color.
06 - Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes to allow the dip to set slightly. Serve warm accompanied by tortilla chips for dipping.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- That magical moment when the cheese turns golden and everyone gravitates toward the kitchen like a homing beacon
- The way the creamy, tangy base lets the artichokes and spinach actually shine instead of getting lost
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- Waterlogged spinach will ruin your dip, so take the time to squeeze it thoroughly with your hands
- The dip tastes infinitely better after resting those 5 minutes, so fight the urge to dive in immediately
03 -
- A pinch of smoked paprika mixed in adds this incredible depth that people notice but cannot quite identify
- Leftovers, if you somehow have them, reheat surprisingly well in the microwave at 50 percent power