Description
Spinach Dip is a creamy and savory appetizer made with a blend of cheeses, spinach, and seasonings. It’s perfect for dipping chips, crackers, or veggies and can be served hot or cold for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if serving hot.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth.
- Add the drained spinach, Parmesan, mozzarella, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
- For cold dip: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- For hot dip: Transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
- Serve with crackers, chips, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
Be sure to fully drain and squeeze the spinach to avoid watery dip.Make ahead and refrigerate for up to 2 days before baking or serving cold.Add chopped artichoke hearts for a spinach-artichoke variation.Swap in other cheeses like cheddar or Gruyère for flavor variety.This dip is not ideal for freezing due to dairy separation after thawing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
