Description
This cheesy baked spinach artichoke dip is a warm, gooey, and flavorful appetizer made with spinach, artichokes, mozzarella, and parmesan. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s perfect for parties, game days, or cozy nights in, served with toasted bread or crackers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped (or 1 package frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Olive oil, for greasing skillet
- Toasted bread or crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and cayenne until smooth.
- Stir in artichokes, spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, green onions, and parsley.
- Spread mixture evenly into the skillet and bake for 25–30 minutes, until hot and bubbling.
- For a golden top, broil for 1 minute until lightly browned.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with toasted bread or crackers.
Notes
- Use Gruyère for a nuttier flavor or cream cheese for added creaminess.
- Add more cayenne or jalapeños for extra spice.
- Swap some mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, or raw veggies for dipping.
- If the dip appears oily, blot gently with a paper towel before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
