Ingredients
Equipment
Method
How to Make Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Thoroughly wring out the thawed spinach in a clean kitchen towel to remove all water. Drain and roughly chop the artichoke hearts.
- In a large bowl, use a mixer to beat the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and fluffy. Add the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, mixing until combined.
- Using a spatula, gently fold the dry spinach and chopped artichokes into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in half of the mozzarella and half of the Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer the mixture into a rustic 1-quart ceramic bowl and smooth the top. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly over the surface. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are bubbling.
- Turn the oven to broil for the final 1-2 minutes, watching closely, until the cheese forms a perfectly golden-brown bubbly crust.
- Brush baguette slices with olive oil and toast in the oven until crisp. Serve the warm dip alongside the toasted crostini.
Notes
Squeeze the Spinach: Ensure absolutely all water is removed from the spinach to prevent a runny dip.
Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Cold cream cheese will result in an unappealing, lumpy texture.
Grate Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheeses do not melt smoothly due to anti-caking agents.
Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Cold cream cheese will result in an unappealing, lumpy texture.
Grate Your Own Cheese: Pre-shredded cheeses do not melt smoothly due to anti-caking agents.
