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Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe Easy Crispy Bread Bowl Snack

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A creamy, cheesy spinach and artichoke dip baked inside a crispy bread bowl, perfect for potlucks, game nights, or casual gatherings. This recipe is quick, easy, and a crowd-pleaser with a comforting texture and flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
  • 14 oz canned artichoke hearts, chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 round sourdough or boule bread (8–10 inches diameter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. If using frozen spinach, squeeze out all excess water with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
  3. Chop the artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces and drain well.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. Stir in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Add minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to distribute evenly.
  7. Fold in the spinach and artichokes gently to keep some texture.
  8. Using a serrated knife, slice off the top of the bread loaf to create a lid. Hollow out the inside, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell.
  9. Fill the bread bowl with the spinach artichoke mixture, mounding slightly over the top.
  10. Place the bread bowl on a baking tray to catch drips and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
  11. Rest for a few minutes before serving to let the dip thicken slightly.
  12. Serve warm with the scooped-out bread pieces or extra crackers and veggies.

Notes

Drain spinach and artichokes thoroughly to avoid a runny dip. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Tent bread bowl with foil if crust browns too fast. Let dip rest 5 minutes after baking for easier scooping. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread or serve with veggies only.

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