Name: Cheesy Spinach Sourdough Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped; 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, chopped; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 cloves garlic, minced; salt and pepper to taste; 1 large round sourdough loaf; 1–2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter; 1/4 cup shredded cheese for topping optional

Description

A warm and creamy appetizer bread featuring tangy sourdough filled with a blend of spinach, artichoke, and melted cheeses. Perfect for gatherings, vegetarian entertaining, and cozy nights in, this crowd-pleasing dip combines rustic bread with a rich, flavorful filling.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1 cup canned artichoke hearts, chopped

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

2 cloves garlic, minced

salt and pepper to taste

1 large round sourdough loaf

1–2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

1/4 cup shredded cheese for topping optional

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Using a serrated knife, slice off the top quarter of the sourdough loaf and scoop out the interior, leaving a one-inch-thick shell. Brush the inside with olive oil or melted butter.

3. In a bowl, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic until smooth. Fold in spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.

4. Spoon the filling into the hollowed loaf and sprinkle with additional shredded cheese if desired.

5. Place the filled loaf on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden.

6. Let cool slightly before serving. Tear or dip pieces of toasted sourdough into the warm filling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: appetizer
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of loaf

Keywords: cheesy spinach sourdough dip, appetizer bread, stuffed bread appetizers, spinach and artichoke bread, appetizers for vegetarians, homemade sourdough recipes