Hot spinach artichoke dip is everyone's favorite party dip made with fresh spinach, cream cheese, and plenty of artichokes. A spinach artichoke dip bread bowl is easy and elegant, or simply bake it without.
Baked spinach artichoke dip is an easy, crowd-pleasing party food even if you're a party of two! It's super creamy, rich, and downright addictive with those scrumptious artichokes and savory spinach swimming in all of that cheesy goodness. You will be glad you have this hot artichoke dip recipe in times of need, like any old Friday night!
Key ingredients
Ingredient amounts are listed in recipe card below.
- cream cheese - any fat content
- Greek yogurt - or sour cream
- mayonnaise - you can substitute yogurt or sour cream
- Parmesan cheese - grated or shredded
- canned artichoke hearts - I prefer the water-packed but oil packed works too
- fresh spinach - if using frozen spinach, thaw and remove all excess moisture
How to make baked spinach artichoke dip
- Preheat oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, yogurt, artichokes, mayonnaise, spinach, and Parmesan cheese.
- Place artichoke dip in an oven-safe dish or hollowed-out round of bread (see instructions below).
- Bake the artichoke dip (dish or bread bowl) on a baking sheet about 20 minutes, or until bubbling and lightly browned. Allow to cool about 5 minutes to set up; serve warm with chips, bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Make ahead instructions
To make spinach artichoke dip in advance of your event...
- Assemble all ingredients of the dip and simply refrigerate in an airtight container up to 2 days in ahead (so, don't bake it yet).
- When ready to bake and serve, transfer the chilled dip into an oven-safe container, or hollowed-out bread bowl.
- Place artichoke dip in a preheated oven, following recipe instructions for baking time. Allow a few more minutes to fully bake since it's coming straight from the refrigerator.
Alternatively, you can leave the artichoke dip at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking it. This can reduce the oven time needed to fully bake it.
Fresh vs frozen spinach
frozen spinach - If you use frozen spinach, you must allow it to thaw completely, drain excess water, and squeeze out any excess water because it can water down the dip and create a runny texture.
fresh spinach - I prefer to use fresh spinach for this recipe. It's so convenient, especially if you use prewashed spinach leaves. Just chop it and fold into the dip before baking. I love the toss-and-stir convenience of it. No thawing, draining, or squeezing.
How to make a bread bowl for hot spinach artichoke dip
Who doesn't love a hot spinach dip served in a bread bowl? It's so easy and fun too! For this method, you'll need a freshly-baked round loaf of artisan bread or you can make your own with this easy French Bread recipe! Yse two 5" rounds or one 8" round for this hot spinach dip recipe which yields 3 cups.
- Score an outline on the top of the bread round with a paring knife.
- Use your fingers to hollow out the bread from the center to create a 'bowl' shape inside the loaf that's large enough to hold the dip.
- Spoon the dip into the hallowed out bread bowl, then follow baking instructions for the recipe (see below).
How to soften cream cheese (3 methods)
- Allow it to sit at room temperature for about an hour and it will soften naturally.
- Microwave it unwrapped in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals on a low power setting until it softens.
- Place cold cream cheese in the bowl of a stand mixer and beat it on medium-high speed until it softens.
What to eat with hot spinach dip
- French bread
- crostini
- potato chips
- tortilla chips
- pita chips
- flatbread
- crackers
- raw vegetables
Can you freeze this recipe?
Yes! If you want to freeze it, let it cool completely. Then store in a freezer-safe container; freeze up to 90 days, or longer if using a vacuum sealer. To thaw, transfer dip to the refrigerator for an overnight stay. Serve chilled, or reheat in the microwave or oven.
More easy dip recipes
- Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Greek Eggplant Dip
- Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Herb Artichoke White Bean Dip
- Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- 5-Minute French Onion Dip
- Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Smoked Salmon Dip with Greek Yogurt
- Homemade Hummus Recipe
Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip
INGREDIENTS
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 (14 ounce can) Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt, or sour cream
- ¼ cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach, loosely chopped
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine CREAM CHEESE, ARTICHOKES, YOGURT (or sour cream), MAYONNAISE, SPINACH, and PARMESAN CHEESE.
- Spread evenly in a casserole dish or hollowed-out bread round on top of a baking sheet.
- Bake 20 minutes or until the surface is bubbling and lightly browned.
- Carefully remove and allow dip to rest about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with chips, bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Equipment
- 6-cup baking dish or (2) 5-inch bread rounds
NUTRITION
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Janet says
Soo delicious!! Thanks for the tasty recipe!
The Kitchen Girl says
You're so very welcome 🙂 So glad you enjoyed!! Thanks for the feedback!
Sara Welch says
What a good looking appetizer! A restaurant worthy dish, indeed!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks so much, Sara! Yep, it's so fun to outdo restaurants! 😉
ali randall says
This is one of my favorite recipes to make on game day. There is usually nothing left after I put it on the table. That's the sign of a tailgate favorite!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha meee too, Ali! Thanks so much! 🙂
Beth says
What a quick and easy recipe to bring to any and all parties!!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks, Beth! Yes...it gets devoured at parties!!
Chris Collins says
Spinach artichoke dip is my absolute favourite!! Your version looks so delish 🙂
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks so much, Chris! It's my fav too!
Lisa Huff says
OMG I'm drooling! I love dips and ironically have been craving spinach dip so this is perfect timing!!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha thanks, Lisa! Love hearing that!
Lee Torrence says
This looks great, Traci. I'm gluten free and have avoided spinach dip because from what I recall as a college student it required some package of ? Certainly couldn't consume it now. This looks great! I can't wait to make it and eat it on a new delicious GF cracker I've been making!
Traci Antonovich says
Oh Lee, this makes me super happy to hear that you'll be able to eat spinach dip again...yay! Hope you love the recipe 🙂 xoxo
Jessica Formicola says
This dip is party perfect! I served it over the weekend and everyone loved it!
Traci Antonovich says
Yay Jessica! Thanks for the feedback and glad it was a hit!
Nicole says
This is always a go-to favorite for a get together! Never lasts long for sure!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Nicole! Totally agree! 🙂
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
Oh, wow! This looks delicious! I was out for happy hour the other night and someone ordered the "bar version" of this. Ummm....not so great. This version looks divine!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Patricia...you're so sweet 🙂 It IS so easy to be disappointed with restaurant food LOL.
Natalie says
I love spinach artichoke dip! Looks and sounds so delicious and perfect for dinner parties!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Natalie! This will get devoured at all the parties 🙂
sonia says
Oh my goodness!This looks absolutely delicious and inviting ..Definitely making it for the labor day bbq party 🙂
Traci Antonovich says
Yay, thanks Sonia! Get ready for this dip to DISAPPEAR! LOLOL (not kidding!) Hope you love it 🙂
Noelle says
All I have to say is YUM YUM YUM !! The perfect dip, thank you!!
Traci Antonovich says
Haha thanks Noelle! That's all you really need to say 😉
Beth Neels says
This was such a beautiful presentation for my picnic! I baked it in the bread bowl and just love the way it came out! Yummy and eye appealing! It was gone in a jiffy!
Traci Antonovich says
Yay! Thanks for the feedback, Beth 🙂 Lovvvvve hearing that!
Jean Schuberth says
Kitchen Girl❤️!!
Traci Antonovich says
xoxoxoxo Can't wait!!!!
Jean Schuberth says
Traci, I m totally going to make this for my sister's birthday party. Maybe you'll even be there to tell me how I've done!
Traci Antonovich says
Awww sis...you gonna ROCK this one! Can't wait for that!!!! I think you'll want to add some freshie garlic to it for that super-duper Italiano spin 😉
Tisha says
Spinach artichoke is one of my FAVORITE appetizer! I love that you served it in a bread bowl!
Traci Antonovich says
Yay, thanks Tisha! Right there with you on the favorite appetizer...I could skip dinner entirely 😉
Courtney | Love & Good Stuff says
Absolutely delcious! This is definitely a favourite dip of mine - and I love that you call for fresh spinach too, I agree that it is easier and tastier!
Traci Antonovich says
Thanks Courtney! ALL the yes to that fresh spinach 🙂