Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable)

Warm, creamy blend of spinach and artichokes with melted cheeses

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

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

→ Dairy

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

→ Seasonings

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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
03 - Stir in the chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, minced garlic, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
04 - Transfer the mixture into a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.
05 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top.
06 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with bread, crackers, or tortilla chips.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This dip disappears faster than you can say pass the chips and people will beg you for the recipe
  • Its creamy without being heavy and the artichokes give it this perfect tangy bite that keeps everyone coming back for more
02 -
  • Squeeze every drop of liquid from thawed frozen spinach or your dip will turn into a watery disappointment
  • Room temperature ingredients mix together seamlessly while cold ones create stubborn lumps
03 -
  • Add extra Parmesan on top during the last 5 minutes of baking for a crispy cheesy crust
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before serving brightens up all those rich flavors
Go Back