Description
A creamy and flavorful Spinach Artichoke Dip baked to perfection, combining tender artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, and parmesan cheese. Perfect as a warm appetizer served with crackers or bread.
Ingredients
Dip Ingredients
- 14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, loosely measured
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and liquid squeezed out
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, cream cheese, drained spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, and 3/4 cup of the parmesan cheese. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish or a similar sized pan, such as a glass pie dish, to prevent sticking.
- Fill Baking Dish: Transfer the dip mixture into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Add Topping: Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the dip for a flavorful crust.
- Bake: Bake the dip in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until it is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm with your choice of crackers or bread for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the thawed spinach to avoid a watery dip.
- Room temperature cream cheese blends more easily for a smooth texture.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a tangier, lighter version.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and melting qualities.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best texture and temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
