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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip

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This creamy spinach artichoke dip is a crowd-pleasing, cheesy appetizer with a golden, crunchy topping. Perfect for parties, game nights, or cozy gatherings, it comes together quickly and is irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup combined mozzarella and Parmesan cheese (for topping)
  • 2 tbsp panko breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
  2. Thaw frozen spinach and squeeze out excess water using a kitchen towel or colander.
  3. Drain and roughly chop artichoke hearts.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
  5. Stir in minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  6. Fold in spinach, artichokes, mozzarella, Parmesan, and cheddar (if using) until evenly combined.
  7. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  8. Sprinkle combined mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the top. Add panko breadcrumbs if desired.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until edges are bubbling and top is golden brown. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with chips, bread, or veggies.

Notes

Squeeze spinach thoroughly to avoid a watery dip. Grate your own cheese for best melt and flavor. Make ahead by mixing the dip (without topping) and refrigerating up to 24 hours. For gluten-free, skip panko or use gluten-free crumbs. Leftovers reheat well in oven or microwave. Double the recipe for larger gatherings.

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