Creamy Spinach Artichoke Blend (Printable)

Smooth spinach and artichoke blend with melted cheese, ideal for parties and snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables

06 - 5 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
07 - 1 cup canned or jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
08 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
12 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

# How-to Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish or equivalent.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth and creamy.
03 - Add mozzarella, Parmesan, spinach, artichokes, garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes if desired, and onion powder. Stir thoroughly to combine evenly.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden on top.
05 - Serve immediately with tortilla chips, sliced baguette, crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités.

# Expert Pointers:

01 -
  • It comes together in just 15 minutes of prep, leaving you calm and collected before your guests arrive
  • The combination of three cheeses creates a depth of flavor that tastes far more complicated than it actually is
  • It's a vegetarian crowd-pleaser that even non-vegetable lovers will devour without hesitation
  • One baking dish means minimal cleanup while everyone's enjoying themselves
02 -
  • Thawing and draining your spinach properly is non-negotiable. Watery spinach makes watery dip, and nobody wants that. Squeeze it in a clean kitchen towel until it gives up its moisture.
  • Room temperature ingredients beat cold ones every single time. That softened cream cheese and lukewarm sour cream create a smooth, velvety texture that cold ingredients can't match.
  • Don't wander off while it's baking. The line between beautifully golden and slightly over-browned is thinner than you'd think. Stick around and listen for that subtle sizzle.
03 -
  • Make this up to two hours ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Bake it fresh when your guests arrive so they experience that still-bubbling warmth that makes them fall in love with it instantly
  • A tablespoon of fresh lemon juice mixed in at the very end brightens everything and keeps the flavors from feeling heavy. I learned this trick late and wish I'd known it from the beginning
  • If you're feeding a crowd, this recipe doubles beautifully. Just use a larger baking dish and add five minutes to the baking time

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