Description
This spinach artichoke dip is the ultimate appetizer for any occasion. Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor, it combines tender spinach, tangy artichokes, and a blend of cheeses into a bubbling, golden-brown dish that’s impossible to resist. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, a game day gathering, or simply craving comfort food, this dip is always a hit. It’s quick to prepare, can be made ahead, and pairs beautifully with bread, chips, or fresh veggies. Once you try this homemade version, you’ll never go back to store-bought.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups spinach (fresh or frozen, drained well)
- 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare spinach by draining frozen or sautéing fresh. Chop finely.
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in spinach, artichokes, garlic, mozzarella, Parmesan, and seasonings.
- Transfer mixture to a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with extra cheese on top.
- Bake 25 minutes, until hot, bubbly, and golden on top.
- Serve warm with bread, chips, or veggies.
Notes
- Make sure to drain spinach well to avoid watery dip.
- Freshly grated cheese melts smoother than pre-shredded.
- Prepare the dip mixture a day ahead and bake before serving for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg