Description
This Cheesy Spinach Artichoke Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, combining a trio of creamy cheeses with tender vegetables for a rich and savory appetizer. Featuring a blend of Parmesan, white cheddar, and Gruyère, this dip is baked to golden, bubbly perfection. It is incredibly easy to prepare, making it the ideal choice for game days, holiday parties, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 block cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar, plus more for topping
- 1/2 cup shredded Gruyère
- 1 can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 package frozen spinach, defrosted and chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Ensure your cream cheese is softened and your spinach is fully defrosted before beginning.
Combine the Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, 1 cup of white cheddar, Gruyère, chopped artichokes, chopped spinach, minced garlic, lemon zest, and red pepper flakes.
Season the Mixture
Mix everything until it is fully combined and the ingredients are evenly distributed. Taste the mixture and season with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to your liking.
Assemble the Dip
Transfer the dip mixture to a baking dish and use a spatula to smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining shredded white cheddar evenly over the surface.
Bake
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden around the edges.
Broil (Optional)
If you prefer a browned, crispy top, turn the oven to broil on high for 2 minutes. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Serve
Remove from the oven and serve warm with tortilla chips or a sliced baguette for dipping.
Notes
Squeeze the Spinach: After defrosting the frozen spinach, place it in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. This prevents the dip from becoming watery or soupy during baking.
Grate Your Own Cheese: For the smoothest melt and best texture, avoid pre-shredded cheese which often contains anti-caking agents. Buy blocks of cheddar and Gruyère and grate them fresh.
Make Ahead: You can assemble the dip in the baking dish, cover it tightly, and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours before baking. If baking from cold, add 5 to 10 minutes to the cook time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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