Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable)

Creamy blend of spinach, artichokes, and cheeses baked to bubbly perfection for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
07 - 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan until smooth.
03 - Fold in the squeezed dry spinach, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, mixing thoroughly.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
06 - Serve the dip warm alongside tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen, but takes less time than most people spend scrolling through their phone.
  • Every bite is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with vegetables in a way that actually feels indulgent.
  • People always ask for the recipe, and you get to smile knowing it's easier than they expect.
02 -
  • Squeezing the moisture out of your thawed spinach is non-negotiable—I once skipped this step thinking it wouldn't matter much, and ended up with a watery, greasy mess.
  • Softening the cream cheese before you start is the single biggest reason this comes together smoothly instead of having little cheese chunks throughout.
03 -
  • Fresh, soft cream cheese makes a silky dip; cold cream cheese creates lumps and frustration—let it sit on the counter.
  • The moment you see the edges bubbling and the top just starting to turn golden is your signal to pull it out; a few minutes too long and the top can brown too much.
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