Spinach Artichoke Dip
Spinach Artichoke Dip: A Classic, Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer
There are few things more universally loved at gatherings than a warm, creamy spinach artichoke dip. Whether it’s served at a football watch party, a holiday get-together, or as part of a potluck, this cheesy appetizer never fails to impress. It’s rich, flavorful, and the perfect blend of spinach, artichokes, and three types of cheeses. Best of all, it’s incredibly easy to make, even for novice cooks.
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In this post, I’ll take you step-by-step through making this delicious spinach artichoke dip recipe. By the end, you’ll have a dish that’s sure to be a hit at your next event. Whether you’re serving it with pita triangles, tortilla chips, or toasted baguette slices, this appetizer for a crowd will have people coming back for more.
Why You’ll Love This Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
What makes this baked spinach and artichoke dip so irresistible is its perfect balance of flavors. The combination of creamy cheeses, garlic, and tender artichokes creates a dip that’s indulgent yet still feels somewhat healthy thanks to the spinach. The melted mozzarella and Parmesan give it that gooey, cheesy goodness that we all crave in football party appetizers and other cheesy appetizers. Another reason this dish is so popular is that it can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving. This makes it an excellent choice for holiday party appetizers or any time you need an easy yet impressive appetizer for a party.
Ingredients You’ll Need for Spinach Artichoke Dip
Before we dive into the instructions, let’s take a look at what you’ll need to make this delectable dip:
- Spinach: Frozen spinach is convenient for this recipe, and thawing it ensures that the dip stays creamy without extra moisture. Be sure to drain and squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach.
- Artichoke Hearts: A can of artichoke hearts adds a subtle, tangy flavor. Make sure they are well-drained and roughly chopped.
- Cream Cheese: The base of this dip is made with softened cream cheese, which adds richness and a smooth texture.
- Sour Cream and Mayonnaise: These two ingredients create an extra layer of creaminess, while the mayo adds a slight tang to balance the other rich flavors.
- Cheese: A combination of shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan provides the cheesy goodness. Mozzarella melts beautifully, giving the dip a stretchy texture, while Parmesan adds a nutty, salty kick.
- Garlic: Garlic is a must in this dish. It adds depth and flavor that pairs perfectly with the spinach and artichokes.
- Seasonings: Salt and pepper to taste, to enhance all the flavors.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Spinach Artichoke Dip
Now, let’s get into how to make this incredibly easy and delicious spinach and artichoke dip recipe.
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Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent the dip from sticking during baking.
Step 2: Prepare the Creamy Base
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or spatula to blend everything together until it’s smooth and creamy. This forms the rich, creamy base of the dip.
Step 3: Add the Spinach and Artichokes
Next, stir in the thawed and thoroughly drained spinach and the chopped artichoke hearts. It’s important to squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach to avoid a watery dip. Add the minced garlic for a boost of flavor, along with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: Mix in the Cheeses
Fold in half of the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses. These cheeses not only add flavor but also help the dip reach that ooey-gooey consistency everyone loves in baked cheese dip.
Step 5: Transfer to a Baking Dish
Spread the mixture evenly into your greased baking dish. Make sure the mixture is level for even cooking. Then, top the dip with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. This cheesy layer will turn golden brown and bubbly, making the dip both look and taste irresistible.
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Step 6: Bake
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. You’ll know the dip is ready when it’s hot and bubbly, with the cheese on top melted and lightly golden brown. For an extra crispy top, you can switch on the broiler for the last minute or two of baking—just be sure to keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
Step 7: Serve and Enjoy
Once the dip is out of the oven, let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair it with your choice of pita triangles, tortilla chips, or toasted baguette slices. This dip is best enjoyed warm, making it the perfect gameday snack or addition to a spread of holiday party appetizers.
Ways to Serve Spinach Artichoke Dip
This baked spinach and artichoke dip is a true crowd-pleaser that works well for many occasions. Here are a few ideas for serving:
- Football Party Appetizers: This dip is a game-day classic. Serve it up during halftime and watch it disappear as fast as the plays on the field.
- Holiday Party Appetizers: This creamy, cheesy dip is ideal for holiday gatherings. It’s rich and indulgent, just like the rest of your holiday spread. Plus, it’s easy to make ahead of time.
- Appetizer for a Crowd: If you’re hosting a larger event or potluck, this dip is a great option. It’s filling, easy to share, and loved by all ages.
Tips for the Best Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Don’t skip squeezing out the spinach: Extra moisture can make the dip watery, so make sure you squeeze out as much water as possible from the spinach.
- Use fresh garlic: While garlic powder will work in a pinch, freshly minced garlic will give this dip a robust flavor that really elevates the dish.
- Make it ahead: You can assemble the dip the night before, store it in the fridge, and bake it when ready to serve. This is a time-saver for busy hosts!
- Customize the dip: If you want to make the dip a little heartier, consider adding some cooked, crumbled bacon or chopped sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
Conclusion
This spinach artichoke dip recipe is everything you want in a party appetizer—easy to make, cheesy, and incredibly flavorful. Whether you’re preparing for a holiday party, football game, or casual gathering, this dip will be the star of the spread. Serve it alongside other gameday snacks or as one of your go-to cheesy appetizers, and watch as it quickly becomes a fan favorite.
Enjoy making and eating this classic baked cheese dip—you’ll see why it’s such a beloved dish at parties everywhere!
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Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained (squeezing out the water is essential)
- 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 TBSP minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pita triangles tortilla chips, or toasted baguette for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small baking dish.
- Prepare the base: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
- Add spinach and artichokes: Stir in the thawed and drained spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the cheese: Fold in half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
- Transfer to baking dish: Spread the mixture evenly in the baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with the cheese on top golden brown.
- Serve: Serve warm with pita, chips, or bread
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@injamieskitchen Spinach artichoke dip is always a hit at holiday parties. I served with toasted baguette but you can also do pita chips or tortilla chips. #spinachartichokedip #appetizers #easyrecipes
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I am most excited to try this recipe, it looks fantastic! Especially with that cheese pull picture. Thanks for the recipe, I will make it this weekend.
I love eating this over sliced roastier chicken!!
Slice the chicken breasts and pull the legs apart and the thighs as the dip is cooking. Heat chicken in the microwave or oven if needed. When the dip is done you put a dollop on each piece even cut up some tomatoes and it is the best dinner or lunch. Thanks for the recipe Jamie!!
My family would go crazy over this!! Can’t wait to try it!
Yummmmy
. Can’t wait to try this for holiday get togethers!
I love, love spinach artichoke dip!
Oh, my goodness, I am definitely making this for my son. He absolutely loves this thank you so much jamie you’re amazing
I cannot wait to make this! We love spinach & artichoke dip in our house! And I love the idea of adding sun dried tomatoes! Thank you for sharing!
Going to try this recipe for my upcoming Halloween party!!
I love this dip!! Can’t wait to make it. Love your easy recipes.
This will be a really good recipe to have on hand for the holiday season!
I can’t wait to try this for our next football party! it looks so easy and good!
This looks amazing! Will need to make it when we’ve got a crowd coming or I might be eating the entire recipe. 😉
I’m definitely going to try this, but will probably lighten it up a bit and replace some of the sour cream and mayo with some Greek yogurt. I like that you use the two kinds of cheeses!
can’t wait to try it!!!
I love your recipes Jamie! They are easy to prepare and all so yummy sounding. I appreciate your “down to earrh” attitude and approach to your cooking videos too.
This is going to be the one I try. Football season is here and basketball season getting ready to start. Love making appetizers to snack on during the games.
My favorite dip! But I’ve never made it. I’m going to try now!
Yes please. Could eat this by itself! Perfect for parties.
I’ve seen these mats but wondered how they actually performed. Thanks for sharing! I’d love to try your artichoke dip
My family and I Love this dip. I’ve made it several times for both parties and just for us to share. It’s so delicious. I’ll be making it again.
This looks so good. Making it for our cards group on Monday!
Perfect timing for this recipe, football party this Saturday.
My family loves spinach artichoke dip but we’ve never tried to make it. We will be making this recipe soon.
This is the one. Can’t wait to make it!!!
This looks absolutely scrumptious!! Can’t wait to make day before Thanksgiving and bring to bake at my sister’s home. Thanksgiving is her birthday this year!
Love a good spinach artichoke dip!!!
Giving this a try this weekend & if there’s any leftovers I’ll add it to some penne & have lunch on Monday!
Can’t wait to try this recipe, with simple ingredients I never knew it was this easy! Thanks for sharing your recipe!
This looks AMAZING!! I will be trying!!
Looking forward to trying this dip and take to a Football pot luck.
This sounds so delicious can’t wait to make it for gameday.
Yum!!! I can’t wait to make this for my family thanksgiving! Thank you!
I can’t wait to make this for a party I’m going to tomorrow. Looks so good and has great pictures and instructions
Spinach artichoke dip is my go to appetizer at many restaurants. I am excited to try this recipe at home and will use it on Thanksgiving Day. Thank you!!
I love spinach artichoke dip. I can’t wait to try this one
Oh my goodness! This will be the perfect dish to make for our November wine night with neighbors. Can’t wait to make it!!
We loved this dip. My son even used his finger to scrap everything out of the container.
Can’t wait to try this! Thinking that I’ll try it out first, but I want to put it out for our Thanksgiving Dinner appetizer bar, too! Thank you, Jamie!
I’m love spinach artichoke dip and am excited to try this recipe! I made the Tuesday Chicken (on Tuesday coincidentally lol) and it was delicious! Looking forward to trying more of your recipes!
Making this for Thanksgiving!!
This looks delicious and easy. I can’t wait to make it for a work potluck next week.
I am soooo excited to try this one! My whole family loves spinach artichoke!
I will definitely be giving this dip a go during the holiday season. Love dips and love what’s in the Spinach Artichoke dip.
Yes I will make this dip for an upcoming potluck.
This is the one I’d want to try! I LOVE artichoke and spinach dip and this looks amazing, 🤩
Can’t wait to try. Thanks for the recipe!
This sounds so yummy. Making this weekend!! Thank you
We can’t wait to try this recipe! It’s one of our favorite dips.
Looks amazing. Can’t wait to try it
We love spinach artichoke dip and can’t wait to try this recipe!
I appreciate all your recipes and tips. This one looks ideal for the holidays.
I love all your recipes! And I love that they are so easy. Thanks!
I cannot wait to make this for my son. He is going to absolutely love this. Thank you so much for all your wonderful recipes. I’m glad I found you on the internet you’re absolutely amazing
Looks yummy. May need to make tomorrow to eat during football watching
I looooove appetizers! And I loooooove this easy and yummy recipe! It’s perfect for game day and I can’t wait to use it for the holidays!
I love spinach artichoke dip! Although some restaurants mess it up sometimes! This recipe looks like a winner to try very soon!!
This looks so cheesy and good! I can’t wait to make it!
This dip is amazing! Delicious and so easy to make. Love to serve it with pita chips or baguette slices. It’s always a hit.
Looks good, I am gonna make this today.
Looks delicious
My favorite! Great for any kind of gathering.
Love this spinach artichoke dip! Can’t seem to make enough of it!
I make all the apps for our thanksgiving meal held at my friends house. This would be a great addition. My husband saw these warming mats advertised and he said I need these for my thanksgiving apps! 😂😂
Oh my gosh! So yummy!😋
So delicious!!!
This looks so cheesey. I can’t wait to try this crowd pleaser. My family will love this dip! I can’t wait to make it for game day and the holidays.