Perfect Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip in Just 25 Min Recipe
This Perfect Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer that’s ready in just 25 minutes. Combining thawed spinach, tender artichoke hearts, cream cheese, and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan, this dip is baked until bubbly and golden. Ideal for parties or game day, it pairs wonderfully with bread, crackers, or tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly.
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the thawed and drained spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream to form a creamy base.
- Add Cheeses and Seasonings: Stir in 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is evenly combined.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spoon the prepared mixture into a 9-inch pie plate or small baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese evenly over the top to create a golden crust when baked.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dip is bubbly and lightly browned on top.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and serve warm with your favorite bread, crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to squeeze the spinach dry to avoid a watery dip.
- You can use fresh garlic instead of minced for a stronger garlic flavor.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
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