Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe Easy Homemade Rustic Bread Bowl Snack
A creamy, tangy spinach artichoke dip baked inside a rustic bread bowl, perfect for casual gatherings and cozy nights. This quick and easy recipe combines smooth cheeses, tender spinach, and artichokes for a crowd-pleasing snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 large round loaf of crusty bread (sourdough or country-style)
- Olive oil, for brushing the inside of the bread bowl
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice off the top third of the bread loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell. Brush the inside lightly with olive oil and set aside the bread bowl and lid.
- If using frozen spinach, thaw completely and squeeze out excess moisture. If fresh, wilt spinach in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes and drain well. Chop roughly if needed.
- In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped artichokes, and prepared spinach. Stir gently to combine without breaking up the artichokes too much.
- Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed bread bowl, pressing gently to fill evenly. Place the bread lid on top if desired or bake uncovered.
- Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice the bread lid into chunks or cut the bread bowl edges into bite-sized pieces for dipping. Serve warm.
Notes
Drain spinach and artichokes thoroughly to avoid watery dip. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Brush bread bowl with olive oil to prevent sogginess. Do not overfill the bread bowl to avoid spills. Tent with foil if bread browns too quickly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/8 of
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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