With three kinds of cheese all melted together in a gooey, cheesy dip, this spinach artichoke dip is sure to please. Perfect with almost any kind of dipper, it’s a great appetizer recipe that’s easy to make. Fix and forget it until you’re ready to party. How long it takes: 15 minutes to prep, 1 hour in the slow cooker Equipment you’ll need: mixing bowl, 2 or 3 qt. slow cooker Servings: makes 5 cups Who would think that lowly spinach would be included in so many appetizer recipes?! I love this Mexican spinach dip recipe and good old spinach balls always seem to disappear quickly. Easy spinach artichoke phyllo bites are a hit, and stovetop spinach dip with sun-dried tomatoes is yummy (I love the sun-dried tomatoes in that one, they add so much flavor). This healthier spinach dip is a slimmed down version of classic spinach dip. Whew, that’s a lot of spinach! Popeye would be proud.
About this Spinach Artichoke Dip
You can make it ahead. You’ll love that this crockpot spinach dip can be prepared one to two hours ahead and then you can just totally ignore it while it slowly cooks to perfection. When you’re ready, your dip will be ready, with no last minute scurrying around. That’s my idea of a perfect party appetizer. Lots of choices for dippers.Pretty much anything goes as a dipper: tortilla chips, crackers, mini naan, pita chips, pita wedges, crostini, pretzels, you name it. Everything tastes great with warm cheesy spinach artichoke dip, don’t you think? Looking for gluten-free options? Try cut up veggies like carrots, celery, and bell peppers. So easy to make! Simply put all the ingredients listed below into your slow cooker and let it do its magic.
What you’ll need
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Frozen Spinach: Make sure to thaw it and press all the liquid out so your dip isn’t watery. Artichoke Hearts: Look for a can or jar of artichoke hearts that is not marinated. You’ll want to drain these and roughly chop them. Onion and Garlic: These both add so much flavor! Sour Cream, Mozzarella Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Cream Cheese: Is it any wonder this dip is so delicious? You’ll also need a little bit of milk to make this perfectly dippable, and you’ll want to season it with salt and pepper.
Make It Your Own
Bake the dip in your oven. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread the dip mixture in a baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until dip is heated through and lightly browned on top. For a smoky cheese dip, use your smoker. Preheat the smoker to 350°F. Spread the dip mixture in a cast iron skillet and smoke for 25 to 30 minutes or until dip is heated through. For smoky flavor without a smoker: Substitute smoked Gouda for the mozzarella cheese.
Storage & Reheating Tips
This dip is best served right away. If you have leftover dip, refrigerate it in a tightly covered container for a day or two. Reheat gently in a small skillet. You may need to add a bit of milk if it gets too thick.
More Delightful Dips
Dips can be the life of the party. Good conversations always begin around the dip bowl. Here’s a few more (non-spinach) recipes you’ll want to try:
Mexicali Dip Recipe — just like the popular deli dip, this dip is irresistible! 7 Layer Dip Recipe (one of my most popular recipes). Mexican Corn Dip Dill Vegetable Dip Recipe — made with Greek yogurt, this is a healthier version. Pepperoni Pizza Dip Homemade French Onion Dip Recipe — a better for you recipe. Crab Rangoon Dip – serve it with homemade crispy wonton chips.
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