• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Family Dinners logo
  • Browse Recipes
    • Appetizers
    • Bread
    • Desserts
    • Drinks
    • Main Dish
    • Side Dish
    • Salads
  • Kitchen Tips
  • Blog
  • About Us
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
search icon
Homepage link
  • All Recipes
  • Main Dish
  • Desserts
  • Appetizers
  • Side Dish
  • Bread
  • Drinks
  • Kitchen Tips
  • Salads
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×

    Hot Artichoke Spinach Dip With Cream Cheese

    Jan 8, 2021 · 2 Comments

    684 shares
    • Share
    • Tweet
    • Yummly
    • Email
    • Mix
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

    Whether it's game day or a before dinner appetizer, hot artichoke spinach dip with cream cheese is the way to go. Dip bread, chips or apple slices into it and you might not have room for the actual meal. This is the best baked spinach dip recipe and is naturally gluten free.

    With just a few minutes of prep you can start making this crowd pleasing hot dip. Whip it up quickly or have the kids make it!

    yellow corn chip being dipped into hot cheesy spinach and artichoke dip in a black cast iron pan
    Dip a chip in the cheesy hot spinach dip.

    What is Artichoke Spinach Dip with Cream Cheese?

    Hot artichoke spinach dip with cream cheese is a classic American hors d'oeuvre. It is usually made with a mixture of cheeses and cream cheese and then baked. It is often made with canned artichoke hearts, like our recipe. Many recipes call for frozen spinach or other canned ingredients but we love this fresh version the best!

    hot spinach dip collage - spinach being sauteed, cheese ingredients added to spinach, baked hot artichoke and spinach dip and bread dipped into dip.

    Use an Oven Proof Pan:

    There are ways to work around this but, ideally, you need an oven safe pan for this recipe because the last step is to bake the dip. You'll cook it on the stove then transfer to the oven. Cast iron pans are usually my go-to for stove to oven recipes. You can also use enamel covered cast iron or any other pans that are oven safe.

    Alternatively, transfer the dip to an oven safe pan before baking.

    birds eye view of cheesy hot spinach and artichoke dip in black cast iron pan on dark counter.

    The Best Things To Pair With This Dip

    • Apples: Slice up apples and enjoy the cheesy goodness with apples.
    • Veggie sticks: Try carrots or bell peppers with the dip.
    • Tortilla chips: Tortilla chips are great with this dip because they're sturdy and less likely to break off when you dip in cheese like some other types of chips.
    • Pita chips: I love these in dips because they're sturdy and crunchy.
    • Bread: Slice up your favorite french bread or baguette.
    • Chicken bites: Cut up cooked chicken cubes to dip into this hot spinach and artichoke dip. YUMMY!
    birds eye view of hand dipping bread in cheesy hot spinach dip pan.

    Make it a Meal!

    Turn this recipe into a whole meal! It pairs well with:

    • Main Dish: Chicken in White Wine Sauce – This delicious chicken dish is rich and filling.
    • Side Dish: Parmesan Roasted Broccoli– This is one of the best ways to eat broccoli. Plus you already have the parmesan out for the dip!
    • Salad: Italian Salad – This classic side dish is colorful and full of flavor!
    • Bread: Garlic French Bread – Dip these slices into your dip! YUM!
    • Drink: Red Wine Sangria – This is one of my all time favorite sangria recipes. Use the rest of the wine leftover from your marinara recipe.
    • Dessert: Chocolate Lasagna – This needs no introduction!

    Ingredients:

    • Cheese + Butter: Use a salted butter in this dip. You'll include a few types of cheeses. We prefer grated jack cheese or mozzarella as well as fresh grated parmesan cheese. Don't forget the cream cheese and sour cream!
    • Vegetables: Fresh spinach is the key to this recipe. You can use frozen if that's all you have. Fresh minced garlic is always better than garlic powder as well. Canned artichoke hearts are the best in the dip.
    cheesy hot spinach dip with artichokes ingredients including cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, sour cream, butter, fresh spinach and garlic
    Gather your dip ingredients.

    Possible Variations

    • Omit the artichokes: If you don't like artichokes or don't have any simply omit them.
    • Make it spicy: When you add the garlic, add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
    • Add beans: Use your favorite canned beans (rinsed) when you add the cheese, before baking.
    • Add more veggies: Dice up onion or red bell pepper in small pieces and sauté with the spinach.
    yellow corn chip being dipped into hot cheesy spinach and artichoke dip in a black cast iron pan
    Dip chips in the cheesy hot spinach dip.

    How to Make the Dip Gluten Free

    Good news! This hot spinach did is naturally gluten free. Check your bread and ships to make sure they are gluten free. Or use apples, veggies and chicken to dip.

    How to Make the Dip Vegetarian

    More good news! This is also naturally vegetarian. I wouldn't try to make this vegan, however. There is too much dairy in it to substitute everything.

    Golden cheesy top on a pan of cheesy spinach dip

    How to Make Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip:

    Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F.

    Step 2: In a medium skillet, sauté the spinach and the garlic in the butter until spinach wilts and the garlic is fragrant. If you're adding other vegetables do it now.

    fresh spinach being sauteed in black cast iron pan for hot spinach dip
    Add spinach, garlic and butter to pan and saute until spinach is wilted.

    Step 3: Combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of the jack cheese, ½ cup of parmesan cheese, and the drained artichoke hearts. Stir in the spinach mixture until evenly combined.

    Step 4: Spread mixture back into an oven-safe skillet or into a baking dish.

    Cream cheese, parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream and artichoke hearts are added to the sauteed spinach until melted in black cast iron pan.
    Add the rest of the ingredients to spinach dip.

    Step 5: Top with remaining cheese. Yum!

    Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until brown and bubbly. You can also broil for the last few minutes for more browning on the top.

    Cheese added to top of creamy hot spinach dip then baked until the cheese melts.
    Bake cheese on the top of the hot spinach dip.

    Serve while it's still warm! We like to gather around the pan and eat but you can spoon into individual dishes if you prefer.

    Other Dips You Might Love

    • Cheesy Jalapeño Dip: This is delicious if you like dip with a little kick and a lot of cheese!
    • Buffalo Chicken Dip: This is a meal all by itself because it covers most of the food groups!
    crusty bread being dipped into hot cheesy spinach and artichoke dip in a black cast iron pan
    Dip crusty bread in the cheesy hot spinach dip.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. How long can you store artichoke spinach artichoke dip in the refrigerator?

    A. You can store spinach artichoke dip in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or eat cold.

    Q. How long can you store spinach artichoke dip in the freezer?

    A. It isn't recommended to freeze dairy based dips in the freezer.

    Q. Can hot spinach dip with cream cheese be made ahead?

    A. Follow all the steps until baking. Cover and store the dip in the refrigerator. When you're ready to bake (within 3 days), take dip out of the refrigerator and follow step 6 for baking. You may need to add more time because the dip will be cold.

    crusty bread being dipped into hot cheesy spinach and artichoke dip in a black cast iron pan

    Hot Spinach Dip

    Delicious hot spinach dip is filled with cheesy spinach, artichokes and gooey goodness. This dip recipe is perfect as a party dip or as an appetizer.
    5 from 5 votes
    Print Recipe Pin Recipe Rate Recipe
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: artichoke, cheese, dip, hot spinach dip, spinach, spinach artichoke dip
    Servings: 10 people
    Calories: 256kcal
    Prevent your screen from going dark.
    Tried this recipe?Mention @FamilyDinnersOfficial or tag #familydinnersofficial!

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 tablespoons salted butter
    • 2 teaspoons minced garlic - about 2-3 cloves
    • 4-5 cups fresh spinach
    • 8 oz. cream cheese - softened to room temperature
    • 2 cups grated jack or mozarella cheese - divided (we like jack for added flavor)
    • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese - divided
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 15 oz. can of quartered artichoke hearts - drained

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • In a medium skillet, saute the spinach and the garlic in the butter until spinach wilts and the garlic is fragrant.
    • Combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of the jack cheese, ½ cup of parmesan cheese, and the drained artichoke hearts. Stir in the spinach mixture until evenly combined.
    • Spread mixture back into an oven-safe skillet or into a baking dish.
    • Top with remaining cheese.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until brown and bubbly. You can also broil for the last few minutes for more browning on the top.
    • Serve warm with toasts, tortilla chips, raw veggies, or crackers.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 557mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1849IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 316mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
    recommended spaghetti and meatballs. Image of dark background with white plate full of spaghetti topped with meatballs, marinara sauce and some parmesan cheese on top

    PERFECT
    MEATBALLS

    CLICK FOR RECIPE

    CHICKEN IN WINE SAUCE

    CLICK FOR RECIPE
    recommended recipe: baked salmon with lemon - image of salmon being flaked with a fork on a black dish

    THE BEST SALMON

    CLICK FOR RECIPE
    Pin
    Share
    Tweet
    « Red Wine Sangria
    Dutch Oven Pot Roast »

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Stephanie Brassil says

      December 30, 2021 at 1:53 am

      5 stars
      This is a terrific dip ! It works at Any grownup function. Thanks !A+++

      Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    The Best Dinner Recipes

    We'll make your life easier! These are the best dinner recipes the whole family will love. Plan your meal from main dish to dessert!

    New Recipes

    • Air Fryer Naan Pizza
    • Fried Fish Tacos
    • Caprese Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms
    • BBQ Chicken Nachos
    andrea and stef in front of the ocean

    About Us

    Andrea + Stef

    are mothers who love to cook! Our goal is to make life easier for other parents by sharing our tried and true recipes, meal plans and kitchen tips.

    More about us →

    • Visit Facebook account (opens in a new tab)
    • Visit Instagram account (opens in a new tab)
    • Visit Pinterest account (opens in a new tab)
    • Recipe Index
    • Contact
    • About Us

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    Policies

    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    About

    • About Us

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2021 FamilyDinners.com

    684 shares
    684 shares