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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip Bread Bowl

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A warm, golden bread bowl filled with bubbling, creamy spinach artichoke dip—oozy cheese, crisp bread edges, and a hint of garlic make this the ultimate comfort food for sharing at parties, potlucks, or cozy family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat for best texture)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach, chopped (or use frozen, thawed and squeezed dry)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large round loaf of sourdough or Italian bread (about 1 lb, unsliced)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing the inside of the bowl)
  • Extra grated Parmesan cheese (for topping, optional)
  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the top off the bread loaf (about 1 inch deep) and set aside. Hollow out the inside, leaving about 1/2 inch of bread around the sides and bottom. Tear or slice the removed bread into chunks for dipping.
  2. Brush the inside of the bread bowl lightly with olive oil. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, just until starting to crisp up. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, and Parmesan until smooth (use a hand mixer or whisk vigorously for about 2 minutes).
  4. Fold in chopped spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.
  5. Spoon the spinach artichoke dip into the hollowed bread bowl, mounding slightly if needed. Sprinkle extra Parmesan on top.
  6. Place the filled bread bowl back on the baking sheet. Bake uncovered at 375°F for 25-30 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling and golden brown. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. Arrange bread chunks and any extra dippers around the bowl. Serve warm.

Notes

For best texture, use full-fat dairy. Squeeze spinach dry if using frozen. You can prep the dip ahead and refrigerate, then bake when ready. If bread bowl cracks, patch with foil inside. For gluten-free, serve dip with gluten-free crackers or rolls. For dairy-free, use vegan substitutes. Add extra veggies or swap cheeses for variety.

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