Spinach Artichoke Warm Creamy (Printable)

A warm, creamy blend of spinach, artichokes, and cheeses baked golden; perfect for gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained)
02 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1/2 cup sour cream
06 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Seasonings

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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise; stir until smooth.
03 - Fold in chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, minced garlic, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using.
04 - Spread mixture evenly into a 1-quart baking dish.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
06 - Let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm alongside bread, crackers, or tortilla chips.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes of prep work, then the oven does the rest while you chat with guests.
  • The warm, creamy texture with that slight tang from the artichokes keeps people coming back for more without feeling heavy.
  • One bowl, one baking dish, and minimal cleanup means you actually get to enjoy the party instead of standing at the sink.
02 -
  • Frozen spinach will make your dip watery if you don't squeeze out every drop of moisture, so wrap it in paper towels and press hard.
  • Don't skip preheating the oven, as a cold oven means the dip will sit there too long and start separating before it even gets hot.
  • The dip will continue to thicken slightly as it cools, so it's better to pull it out when it still looks a tiny bit loose than to overbake it into dryness.
03 -
  • Soften your cream cheese at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before starting, as cold cream cheese will create lumpy texture that no amount of stirring can fix.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the mixture if you want brightness that cuts through the richness and makes people ask what the mystery ingredient is.
  • If you want a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream and it'll still taste creamy and delicious while dropping calories significantly.
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