Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
This Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip is a warm, creamy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties or casual snacking. Easy to prepare by simply combining ingredients and slow cooking, it offers a smooth texture and rich blend of flavors with minimal effort. Customize it to your taste and serve with your favorite dippers for a hit every time.
- Author: Emilly
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Vegetables
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
- 1 (14 oz) can marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
Dairy and Cream Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Thaw the frozen spinach completely and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Chop the marinated artichoke hearts finely to ensure every spoonful is packed with flavor.
- Combine the Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise together until smooth and creamy. This mixture forms the luscious base of your dip.
- Add Cheese and Seasonings: Stir in the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into the creamy base. Mix until everything is well incorporated for consistent flavor.
- Fold in Spinach and Artichokes: Gently fold the drained spinach and chopped artichokes into your cheese mixture, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
- Cook in the Crock Pot: Transfer the mixture into your crock pot and cook on low for 2 to 3 hours. Stir every 30 minutes if possible to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. The dip should be hot, bubbly, and perfectly creamy when done.
Notes
- Drain Thoroughly: Excess moisture from spinach or artichokes can water down the dip, so squeeze well.
- Use Full-Fat Dairy: Full-fat cream cheese and sour cream help achieve the creamiest texture.
- Stir Occasionally: Prevents burning on the edges and promotes even melting.
- Adjust Cooking Time: Cooking longer on low melts flavors better but avoid overcooking which can dry it out.
- Keep It Covered: Maintain a tight lid on the crock pot to trap moisture and heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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