Description
Spinach artichoke dip brings creamy comfort to game day gatherings with its rich blend of cheeses and tender vegetables. Warm, cheesy goodness awaits when you scoop this crowd-pleasing appetizer onto crisp crackers or toasted bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses:
- 1 cup (240 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup (240 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 225 g (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (400 g / 14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 150 g (1 cup) frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (or 2 cups fresh spinach, sauteed and chopped)
Additional Ingredients:
- 100 g (½ cup) sour cream
- 50 g (¼ cup) mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary canvas by heating the oven to a toasty 180C (350F), ensuring a perfectly greased baking vessel that will cradle the upcoming creamy delight.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, create a silky foundation by whisking cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until they meld into a luxurious, velvety texture.
- Introduce the flavor champions: grated Parmesan, melty mozzarella, aromatic garlic, vibrant spinach, and tender artichoke hearts. Fold these ingredients gently, allowing each component to integrate seamlessly.
- Season the mixture with a delicate sprinkle of salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting to achieve a harmonious flavor profile that will tantalize taste buds.
- Elegantly transfer the creamy concoction into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an inviting, even landscape.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven, allowing the dip to transform for 20-25 minutes. Watch for the telltale signs of culinary perfection: a bubbling surface and a golden-kissed top.
- Carefully extract the dip from the oven, letting it rest momentarily to settle and cool slightly. Serve alongside an array of accompaniments like crisp tortilla chips, rustic crackers, crusty baguette slices, or fresh, crunchy vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Customize the dip’s texture by adjusting the cheese ratios, ensuring a creamy or more chunky consistency based on personal preference.
- Experiment with Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to sour cream and mayonnaise, maintaining the rich flavor while reducing calories.
- Enhance the nutritional profile by adding extra vegetables like roasted red peppers or chopped kale for added depth and nutrients.
- Create a make-ahead option by preparing the dip in advance and refrigerating, then baking just before serving to save time during gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg