St Pattys Spinach Artichoke Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy spinach and artichoke blended with cheeses, baked inside a crusty sourdough loaf for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread Bowl

01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (approximately 1 pound)

→ Dip

02 - 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
03 - 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup sour cream
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

13 - Sourdough bread chunks from bread bowl
14 - Assorted crackers or vegetable sticks

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Slice the top off the sourdough loaf and carefully hollow out the center, leaving a 1-inch thick shell. Tear the removed bread into bite-sized pieces for dipping and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
04 - Fold the sautéed spinach and chopped artichoke hearts into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
05 - Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed bread bowl. Replace the top of the loaf if desired for presentation.
06 - Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the bread exterior is golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and serve warm with reserved bread chunks, crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect party appetizer that's both impressive and easy to make
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • The edible bread bowl means less cleanup and more flavor
  • Creamy, cheesy dip with the perfect balance of spinach and artichokes
  • Festive presentation ideal for St. Patrick's Day celebrations
  • Vegetarian-friendly and crowd-pleasing for all guests
02 -
  • Soften cream cheese at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing to avoid lumps
  • Drain artichoke hearts thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels to prevent a watery dip
  • Don't skip sautéing the spinach—it removes excess moisture and intensifies the flavor
  • Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup
  • Check the dip at 25 minutes—ovens vary and you want it bubbly but not dried out
  • Let the bread bowl cool for 5 minutes before serving to avoid burns and allow the dip to set slightly
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