Hot Spinach Dip

This Hot Spinach Dip is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, making it the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer for parties, game nights, or holiday gatherings. With melted cheese, tender spinach, and a touch of garlic, every bite is irresistibly smooth and cheesy. Serve it with toasted bread, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies for the ultimate dipping experience!

What makes this dip so delicious is the blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and melty mozzarella that gives it a velvety texture. It’s easy to make, bakes to perfection in just 20 minutes, and can even be made ahead for stress-free entertaining.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• 8×8-inch baking dish (or oven-safe skillet)
• Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients Overview

• Spinach: The base of the dip, adding freshness and a slight earthy taste.
• Cream Cheese & Sour Cream: Creates the rich, creamy texture.
• Mozzarella & Parmesan: Melts beautifully for gooey goodness.
• Garlic & Onion Powder: Enhances the flavor with a savory kick.

Ingredients

• 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Directions

Step 1: Prepare the Spinach

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Squeeze excess moisture from the thawed spinach using a paper towel.

Step 2: Mix the Dip

1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
2. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3. Fold in spinach, 1 cup mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese until well combined.

Step 3: Bake the Dip

1. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
2. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese on top.
3. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 4: Serve & Enjoy

1. Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with crackers, chips, or sliced bread.
2. Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh chopped parsley.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, ~8 servings)

• Calories: ~220
• Fat: ~18g
• Carbohydrates: ~4g
• Protein: ~7g

Expert Tips

• For a Thicker Dip: Add more cheese or reduce the sour cream.
• Make It Extra Cheesy: Mix in cheddar or Gruyère for a deeper flavor.
• For a Smooth Dip: Blend ingredients in a food processor before baking.

FAQs

Can I use fresh spinach instead of frozen?
Yes! Use 3 cups fresh spinach, sauté it until wilted, then chop and drain before adding.

How do I make this dip ahead of time?
Prepare the dip and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Bake as directed when ready.

Can I make this dip in a slow cooker?
Yes! Cook on low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally until heated through.

Storing & Freezing

• Storing: Keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes.
• Freezing: Not recommended, as the dairy-based texture may separate.

Substitutions & Variations

• Add Artichokes: Stir in 1/2 cup chopped artichoke hearts for a classic spinach-artichoke dip.
• Spicy Version: Add diced jalapeños or extra red pepper flakes.
• Bacon Lover’s Twist: Mix in crumbled bacon for extra smokiness.

Hot Spinach Dip

This **Hot Spinach Dip** is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor, making it the perfect **crowd-pleasing appetizer** for parties, game nights, or holiday gatherings.

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Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups and spoons
• - 8x8-inch baking dish (or oven-safe skillet)
• - Spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

  

• - 10 oz frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained
• - 8 oz cream cheese softened
• - 1/2 cup sour cream
• - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon salt
• - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Instructions

 

• #### **Step 1: Prepare the Spinach**
• Preheat oven to **375°F (190°C)** and grease a **baking dish**.
• Squeeze excess moisture from the thawed spinach using a paper towel.
• #### **Step 2: Mix the Dip**
• In a **mixing bowl**, combine **cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise** until smooth.
• Stir in **garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using)**.
• Fold in **spinach, 1 cup mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese** until well combined.
• #### **Step 3: Bake the Dip**
• Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
• Sprinkle the remaining **1/2 cup mozzarella cheese** on top.
• Bake for **18-20 minutes**, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• #### **Step 4: Serve & Enjoy**
• Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with **crackers, chips, or sliced bread**.
• Garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh chopped parsley