Baked spinach artichoke dip is a warm and gooey mixture that oozes out from under a delectable blanket of golden brown crust. This dip is pure heaven and is the perfect make-ahead recipe for game day.
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You can’t wait to make this recipe once you’ve tried this recipe, it’s as simple as that. With its rich flavors and irresistible texture, this baked spinach artichoke dip recipe is sure to become the star of the next Christmas party.
In the 1930s, Popeye devoured a can of spinach, which made it popular. Consumption increased by 33 perfect because of it.
If you’re looking for more dip recipes, try Pepperoni Dip, Philly Cheesesteak Dip and Cowboy Crack Dip.
Why We Love This Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
The toasted bread bowl makes the dip with cheese on top the best for any event. Whether you’re hosting a game night or showing up at a potluck, homemade spinach artichoke dip never fails to impress.
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- 35-Minute Meal: This spinach and artichoke dip appetizer recipe is quick for when you’re pressed on time.
- Family Friendly: Adults and kids love this recipe because it’s absolutely delicious.
- Potluck: Everyone will love it if you bring this to the next potluck you’re invited to.
- Make Ahead: Throw the ingredients together the night before to make it ahead.
Ingredient Notes for Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Canned Artichoke Hearts: Canned artichoke hearts are not only convenient, but they are super flavorful since they are usually sold marinated and ready to eat as is.
- Frozen Spinach: Use frozen thawed spinach and allow the spinach to thaw so you can squeeze out excess liquid.
- Water Chestnuts: Water chestnuts are lightly sweet, a bit nutty, and a tad tart in flavor. Pre-sliced from a jar is a great option because the recipe is faster.
- Mayonnaise: Use a variety of different mayonnaise, choose your favorites.
- Cheese: Mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese but you can use many kinds of cheese.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Dip Loaded with Spinach and Artichoke Appetizer
The best part of this easy spinach artichoke dip is its versatility, texture and flavor. Loaded with spinach and artichokes, this dip is deliciously creamy and cheesy — one of our favorites. Dip can be made in so many different ways.
- Sour Cream: Use full-fat sour cream instead of Greek yogurt if you want a different flavor.
- Low-Fat Version: Make this appetizer low-fat by using low-fat versions of Greek yogurt, cream cheese, and mayonnaise.
- Bacon: Crumble in bacon to add savoriness to your cooked spinach dip.
- Fresh Ingredients: You can surely use fresh spinach leaves, but you should steam it first. Fresh garlic is also so fragrant and delicious if you have some on hand.
How to Make Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Making the best spinach appetizer doesn’t have to be so difficult. Add the spinach, cheese, and sour cream, and let your oven do the rest of the work.
These are the basic steps for making baked spinach and artichoke dip. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: Preheat Oven
First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2: Drain and Chop
Next, drain and coarsely chop the artichoke hearts and water chestnuts, and set them aside.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Then in a medium bowl, combine together cream cheese, mayo, yogurt, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper.
Step 4: Mix, Add, Mix
Next, mix the mixture together, then add in the artichokes, spinach, and water chestnuts, and stir until everything is well combined.
Step 5: Add Cheeses
Then, mix in the parmesan cheese and a cup of mozzarella cheese.
Step 6: Prepare Bread Bowl
Prepare the bread bowl next.
Step 7: Fill and Sprinkle
Next, fill the bread bowl with the mixture and sprinkle the top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and green onion.
Step 8: Wrap and Bake
Wrap it with aluminum foil, place it on a baking sheet, and bake in the preheated until the parmesan cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly. Next, remove from the oven.
Step 9: Serve and Enjoy
Finally, serve with bread or your choice of dippers.
Recipe FAQs for Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip
Expert Tips for Making This Baked Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe
Get ready to dive into a bowl of cheesy and creaminess with the best spinach artichoke dip. Make spinach artichoke dip from scratch and use these pro tips for the best-baked spinach dip ever.
- Fresh Grated Cheeses: Freshly grated cheese is better for this hot spinach artichoke dip because it melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
- Airfryer or Crockpot: Air fry this baked dip for 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees. Make this dip in the crock pot and cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1 hour.
- Room Temperature: Allow ingredients 30-60 minutes to soften at room temperature so it is easier to mix everything together.
- Dippers: Toasted baguettes, Air Fryer Garlic Naan, and Glazed Bacon Crackers. are amazing to serve with spinach artichoke dip.
What to Serve with Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
- 14 ounces Artichoke hearts, 1 can drained and coarsely chopped
- 10 ounces Frozen spinach, thawed and chopped
- 4-5 ounces Water chestnuts, 1 can, drained and chopped
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- ¼ teaspoon Crushed red pepper
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- ¼ cup Shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 Green onions, thinly sliced
- 1-1 ½ pound Bread loaf
- ¼ teaspoon Salt and pepper, each
Instructions
- First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Next, drain and coarsely chop the artichoke hearts and water chestnuts, and set them aside.
- Squeeze the excess water out of the thawed frozen spinach and also set it aside.
- Next, in a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, yogurt, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper.
- Mix until the mixture becomes smooth.
- Next, add in the artichokes, spinach, and water chestnuts, and stir until everything is well combined.
- Then, mix in the parmesan cheese and cup of mozzarella cheese.
- For the bread bowl, take a sharp knife and carefully cut off the top of the bread without slicing through the sides or bottom. Set the top aside.
- Next, hollow out some of the bread from inside the loaf to create a bowl shape, making sure to leave at least an inch layer of bread on the sides and bottom.
- Spoon the dip into the bread bowl and sprinkle the top with the remaining mozzarella cheese on top. Follow by sprinkling sliced green onion over the cheese.
- Wrap aluminum foil around the bottom of the bread bowl and place it on a baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the parmesan cheese is melted, golden and bubbly.
- Finally, serve with bread or your choice of dippers.
Expert Tips
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- Fresh Grated Cheeses: Freshly grated cheese is better for this hot spinach artichoke dip because it melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
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- Airfryer or Crockpot: Air fry this baked dip 8-10 minutes on 350 degrees. Make this dip in the crock pot and cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1 hour.
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- Room Temperature: Allow ingredients 30-60 minutes to soften at room temperature so it is easier to mix everything together.
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- Dippers: Toasted baguettes, Air Fryer Garlic Naan and Glazed Bacon Crackers. are amazing to serve with spinach artichoke dip.
