Description
This spinach dip is creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor—the perfect appetizer for parties, holidays, or even a cozy night in. With its rich texture and savory balance of spinach, garlic, and cheese, it’s a dish that appeals to everyone. What makes it so special is its versatility: you can bake it until bubbly and golden or chill it for a refreshing, cool version. Paired with bread, chips, or fresh veggies, it transforms simple gatherings into memorable moments. Once you try this recipe, you’ll understand why spinach dip has remained a classic favorite for decades.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 10 oz frozen spinach (thawed and drained) or 4 cups fresh spinach, cooked and drained
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ small onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare spinach: thaw and drain frozen spinach, or sauté fresh spinach until wilted and squeeze out moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Stir in garlic, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in spinach and cheeses until well combined.
- Transfer mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving with bread, veggies, or chips.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese for best texture.
- A small pinch of nutmeg enhances the flavor of spinach.
- Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6–8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg