Perfect Christmas Spinach Artichoke Dip — The Always-Disappears Appetizer

Spinach artichoke dip is the universal Christmas party appetizer. Hot; cheesy; disappears from the table. Make ahead; bake fresh.

The recipe (serves 8-10)

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup grated parmesan
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 (10 oz) package frozen spinach (thawed; drained)
• 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts (drained; chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic; minced
• Salt + pepper

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F
2. In a bowl; combine all ingredients
3. Spread in a 9-inch baking dish
4. Top with extra mozzarella
5. Bake 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbling
6. Serve hot with crackers; baguette; tortilla chips

Make-ahead

• Assemble; refrigerate 1 day
• Add 5-10 minutes to bake time if cold

Variations

• Buffalo chicken (add cooked shredded chicken + buffalo sauce)
• Crab dip (add 8 oz lump crab)
• Bacon-cheddar (add bacon + cheddar instead of mozzarella)

Cross-references

For perfect Christmas baked brie, perfect Christmas stuffed mushrooms, perfect Christmas deviled eggs, and Christmas charcuterie board.

For Christmas Eve party planning — party hosting.

Perfect spinach artichoke dip always disappears. Make ahead; bake fresh; serve hot. The universal Christmas party appetizer.