Description
This hot spinach artichoke dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties or cozy nights in. Combining cream cheese, mayonnaise, and a blend of Parmesan, Romano, and mozzarella cheeses with garlic, basil, artichokes, and spinach, this baked dip delivers rich flavor and comforting warmth. Serve it alongside toasted bread or tortilla chips for an irresistible snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to please any crowd.
Ingredients
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Cheese Mixture
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup grated Romano cheese
- 0.25 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Vegetables & Seasonings
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic salt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 0.5 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients so they are ready. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly grease a small baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, grated Romano cheese, minced garlic, dried basil, garlic salt, and salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and fully blended.
- Add Vegetables: Gently fold in the chopped artichoke hearts and thawed, drained spinach into the cheese mixture, ensuring even distribution without overmixing to maintain texture.
- Assemble and Top: Transfer this combined mixture into the greased baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the top for a golden, melty crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the top is lightly browned, signaling it’s ready to serve.
Notes
- This dip is best served hot and fresh, pairing wonderfully with toasted bread slices or crunchy tortilla chips for dipping.
- To reduce prep time, use pre-minced garlic and well-drained frozen spinach.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt and reduce the amount of cheese as desired.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure that your tortilla chips or bread alternatives are gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: 134 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 315 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 28 mg
