Description
This Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Combining tender spinach, marinated artichoke hearts, and a rich blend of cheeses, this dip is cooked slowly to develop deep flavors and served warm with crostini, sliced bread, or tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounce package cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided: 1/2 cup + 1/2 cup)
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1-2 teaspoons fresh parsley)
- 12 ounce can marinated artichoke hearts, chopped fine
- 3 cups spinach, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In the bottom of your slow cooker, combine 8 ounces cream cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley, 12 ounces finely chopped marinated artichoke hearts, and 3 cups chopped spinach. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring everything is well mixed.
- Cook the Dip: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to low heat. Cook the mixture for 45 minutes to allow the flavors to blend and the ingredients to become creamy and hot throughout.
- Finish Cooking with Extra Cheese: After 45 minutes, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese evenly into the dip. Continue cooking on low for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Once cooked, switch the slow cooker to the warm setting to keep the dip at serving temperature. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish. Serve the dip warm alongside crostini, sliced bread, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- You can use fresh spinach instead of frozen; just be sure to chop it finely and remove excess moisture.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce in step 1.
- If you prefer a thicker dip, reduce the sour cream slightly or add more cream cheese.
- This dip can be prepared a few hours in advance and reheated gently in the slow cooker.
- Marinated artichoke hearts add extra flavor, but you can substitute with plain canned artichokes if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
