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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip in Sourdough Bread Bowl

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This creamy spinach artichoke dip is baked in a golden sourdough bread bowl for the ultimate party appetizer. Packed with melty cheese, tangy artichokes, and earthy spinach, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and perfect for gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry (or 1 cup fresh spinach, wilted and chopped)
  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large round sourdough loaf (about 1 lb)
  • Olive oil, for brushing
  • Extra parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Sourdough bread cubes or crackers (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Thaw and squeeze dry frozen spinach, or sauté fresh spinach until wilted, then chop.
  3. Slice off the top of the sourdough loaf and hollow out the center, leaving about 1 inch of bread around the sides and bottom. Reserve the bread pieces for dipping.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in a small skillet with a drizzle of olive oil for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Add mozzarella, parmesan, chopped artichoke hearts, spinach, sautéed garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined.
  6. Spoon the dip mixture into the prepared bread bowl. Sprinkle extra parmesan on top.
  7. Place the filled bread bowl on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the dip is bubbling and the top is lightly browned. Tent with foil if bread edges darken too quickly.
  8. Cut reserved bread pieces into cubes, brush with olive oil, and toast on the baking sheet during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  9. Remove from oven, sprinkle with parsley and more parmesan if desired. Let cool for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Serve hot, surrounded by toasted bread cubes, crackers, or veggie sticks for dipping.

Notes

Squeeze spinach thoroughly to avoid watery dip. Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Toast bread cubes for crunch. Prep dip ingredients ahead for easy assembly. For gluten-free, serve dip in a dish with GF crackers or veggies. Add a splash of milk if dip is too thick before baking.

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