Baked Artichoke Dip Cream Cheese (Printable)

A creamy blend of artichokes and cheeses baked to golden perfection, great for parties and snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
03 - Fold in Parmesan, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes if using, and parsley until fully incorporated.
04 - Spread the mixture evenly into a 1 to 1.5 quart baking dish.
05 - Cook in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown and heated through.
06 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with additional chopped parsley.
07 - Present warm alongside crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy, comforting appetizer ideal for sharing
  • Quick to prepare and crowd-pleasing for all occasions
02 -
  • If serving gluten-free guests, choose gluten-free dippers
  • Always check all labels for possible cross-contamination
03 -
  • Add chopped spinach or swap mozzarella for Gruyère for extra flavor
  • Top with extra Parmesan before baking for a delicious crust
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