Description
Dive into a warm, cheesy, and irresistibly creamy Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip that’s perfect for a quick appetizer, easy dinner side, or crowd-pleasing party snack. This easy recipe blends tender spinach, tangy artichokes, and melty cheeses into a rich baked dip that’s bubbling with flavor. Whether you’re searching for comfort food ideas, healthy snack alternatives, or simple entertaining dishes, this baked spinach artichoke dip delivers every time.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
14 oz artichoke hearts canned, drained and chopped
8 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
3 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
1 teaspoon lemon juice optional
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Prepare spinach by cooking fresh until wilted or thawing frozen and squeezing out excess moisture.
3. Chop artichoke hearts into small pieces.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
5. Add garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Mix well.
6. Fold in spinach and artichokes evenly.
7. Stir in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. Transfer mixture to baking dish and spread evenly.
9. Top with remaining cheeses.
10. Bake for 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly with a golden top.
11. Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for a crisp finish.
12. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use well-drained spinach to prevent a watery dip.
Soften cream cheese before mixing for a smoother texture.
Broil briefly at the end for a golden, slightly crispy top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg