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Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

This hot spinach artichoke dip combines cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, Romano, canned artichoke hearts, frozen chopped spinach, and mozzarella for a warm party dip that bakes in 25 minutes. The one-bowl method simplifies cleanup, while the make-ahead assembly lets you bake the dip right before guests arrive. Serve it with crusty bread, tortilla chips, or carrot sticks at a gathering where you need a reliable crowd pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dips and Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Romano cheese
  • 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 14 ounce artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • ½ cup frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained
  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Small baking dish
  • Sturdy silicone spatula
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish
    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a small baking dish and set it aside. Position the oven rack in the middle of the oven to help the dip cook evenly without over-browning the bottom.
  2. Make the Creamy Cheese Base
    In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt, and black pepper. Use a spatula to press and mash the cream cheese against the sides of the bowl as you mix. Continue until the mixture is creamy and mostly smooth, with no large lumps of cream cheese remaining.
  3. Add the Artichokes and Spinach
    Gently stir in the chopped artichoke hearts and spinach. Fold them into the creamy mixture until evenly distributed, taking care not to overmix or crush the vegetables into a paste.
  4. Assemble the Dip
    Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer. This helps the dip heat consistently throughout. Sprinkle the mozzarella evenly over the top.
  5. Bake the Dip
    Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges with a lightly golden top.
  6. Rest and Serve
    Remove the dip from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. This allows the mixture to settle slightly and makes it easier to scoop without being dangerously hot.