Fiery Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Delight Recipe

Exploring the world of appetizers, the Fiery Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Delight stands out as a crowd-pleaser. This creamy concoction balances the robust flavors of artichokes and spinach with the richness of cheese, making it a perfect starter for gatherings or cozy nights in. With its gooey, cheese-laden texture and a hint of spice from the optional red pepper flakes, this dish is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a comforting snack during a relaxing evening at home.

Fiery Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Delight Recipe

This hot and creamy dip combines fresh spinach and artichoke hearts with rich cheeses for a delightful appetizer. Perfect for parties or gatherings, it's best served warm with chips or bread.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword appetizer, artichoke, baked, cheese, creamy, dip, spinach

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings 6

Calories 350kcal

Ingredients

1 cup fresh spinach finely chopped
1 cup canned artichoke hearts rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped
1 cup cream cheese softened to room temperature
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cloves garlic minced
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until creamy and smooth.
Gently fold in the spinach, artichoke hearts, garlic, red pepper flakes, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, stirring until evenly mixed.
Transfer the mixture into a baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, pita bread, or vegetable sticks.

Notes

For an elegant touch, serve in a cast-iron skillet and garnish with parsley.