Description
Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer that combines tender artichokes, nutrient-rich spinach, and a blend of cheeses for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup grated Romano cheese
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- ½ cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth and well blended.
- Add the Parmesan and Romano cheeses, minced garlic, dried basil, garlic salt, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Make sure the spinach is completely thawed and drained. Use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to squeeze out any excess moisture. Drain the artichoke hearts and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Fold the spinach and artichoke hearts into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart baking dish or 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle the top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese on top is lightly golden. For an extra golden top, broil for the last 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Allow the dip to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with your choice of dippers.
Notes
- For a healthier version, replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- For a vegan alternative, use cashew cream and nutritional yeast instead of cheese.
- Add 1-2 finely diced jalapeños for a spicy variation.
- Make sure to remove all excess moisture from the spinach to prevent a watery dip.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 310
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 25