Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable Version)

Warm, cheesy blend of spinach and artichokes ideal for gatherings

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
02 - 5 oz fresh baby spinach (or 10 oz frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Cheese

04 - 8 oz 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)

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a medium skillet over medium heat, add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and roughly chop. If using frozen spinach, ensure it is thoroughly thawed and squeezed dry.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Beat until smooth and fully incorporated.
04 - Stir in mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, chopped artichokes, and spinach. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix until well combined.
05 - Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart baking dish and smooth the top evenly.
06 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until hot and bubbling, and the top is lightly golden brown.
07 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The bubbling golden top creates this incredible first impression that makes everyone gather around instantly
  • It actually tastes better than restaurant versions because you control exactly how much artichoke and garlic goes in
02 -
  • Squeezing frozen spinach until your hands hurt is not optional. Every drop of water you remove makes the dip creamier instead of watery.
  • Let the dip rest for those five minutes after baking. It seems like forever when people are hovering, but it thickens slightly and becomes the perfect consistency.
03 -
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon juice right before baking brightens everything and cuts through the richness
  • Use a glass baking dish if you have one, it browns the bottom and edges more evenly than metal

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