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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

This hot spinach artichoke dip is a rich and creamy crowd-pleaser that combines cream cheese, sour cream, and melty cheeses with spinach and artichoke hearts. It’s perfect for parties or game days, and its versatility allows for fun variations depending on your mood.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts, well drained
  • 1 cup chopped spinach (packed; thawed & squeezed dry if frozen)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
  • ¼ tsp fine salt, plus black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest, 2 Tbsp chopped scallions, or a pinch of smoked paprika

Equipment

  • 8-inch baking dish or small skillet (cast iron skillet recommended)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch baking dish or small skillet (a cast iron skillet works beautifully for even heat) to prepare for baking.
  2. In a bowl, beat the 8 oz of softened cream cheese until completely smooth. Then stir in 1 cup sour cream and ½ cup mayonnaise until the mixture is well combined.
  3. Mix in 1 cup shredded mozzarella and ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese. Fold in 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts and 1 cup chopped spinach (ensuring the spinach is thoroughly thawed and squeezed dry).
  4. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, and ¼ tsp fine salt along with black pepper to taste. For an extra flavor boost, stir in any optional ingredients like lemon zest, chopped scallions, or smoked paprika.
  5. Spread the combined mixture evenly into your prepared dish and bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are hot and bubbling.
  6. For a beautifully browned top, switch your oven to broil for 1-2 minutes—watch closely to avoid scorching.
  7. Allow the dip to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy with crostini, pita chips, baguette slices, sturdy crackers, or crisp veggies.

Notes

This hot spinach artichoke dip is not only creamy and indulgent, but also incredibly versatile. You can swap half the sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version or add extra cheeses like Monterey Jack for an even chewier texture. Being a make-ahead friendly recipe, it’s ideal for gatherings where you want to impress with minimal fuss. Just remember to squeeze excess moisture from the spinach and artichoke hearts to avoid a watery dip.