Best-Ever Spinach Dip (Printable version)

Creamy spinach blend baked in sourdough bowl with melted cheeses and savory seasonings.

# What you need:

→ Bread

01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (approximately 1 lb)

→ Dip Base

02 - 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup mayonnaise
05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions
08 - 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts (optional)
09 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed

→ For Serving

13 - Assorted raw vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers)
14 - Extra bread cubes from bread bowl or additional loaf

# Steps to follow:

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Cut a circle from the top of the sourdough loaf and hollow out the inside to form a bowl. Reserve the removed bread by cutting it into bite-sized cubes for dipping.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, mix thawed spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, water chestnuts if using, garlic, salt, pepper, and dried dill until fully incorporated.
04 - Spoon the prepared dip mixture into the hollowed bread bowl evenly.
05 - Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until the dip is heated through and the cheese has melted.
06 - Arrange bread cubes and assorted raw vegetables around the bread bowl and serve immediately.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Comes together quickly for last-minute get-togethers
  • Crowd-pleasing classic that pairs well with many dippers
02 -
  • Spinach must be well-drained to avoid a soggy dip
  • Chill the dip for a cold version or bake for extra gooey cheesy flavor
03 -
  • Use Greek yogurt for a lighter version
  • Try adding chopped artichoke hearts to switch up the flavor
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