Cheesy Garlic Spinach Dip
A warm, bubbling bowl of cheesy, garlicky spinach dip that is creamy, comforting, and ready in under an hour. Perfect for parties or as a cozy snack.
Ingredients
For the dip
- 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed (about 6–8 cups loosely packed leaves)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened Use full-fat for the creamiest result.
- 1/2 cup sour cream Full-fat recommended.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Use a mix of cheddar and mozzarella.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
- for sautéing Butter or olive oil
- 1/4–1/2 cup additional shredded cheese Reserved for topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 1–1.5 quart baking dish or pie plate.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a small drizzle of olive oil or a pat of butter. Add the washed spinach in batches and sauté until just wilted, about 2–4 minutes per batch.
- Remove from heat and finely chop the wilted spinach. If using frozen spinach, ensure it is thoroughly defrosted and well-drained.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Fold the chopped spinach into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the dip to the greased baking dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheese evenly over the surface.
Baking
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For best results, use full-fat dairy. This dip can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking. Additions like jalapeños or bacon can enhance flavor.