Spinach Artichoke Dip - Platefully Joy

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

02 - 5 ounces fresh spinach, chopped, or 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry

03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened

05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

07 - 1/2 cup sour cream

08 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

02 - If using fresh spinach, sauté in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat, let cool, then squeeze out excess moisture and chop finely.

03 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and fully incorporated.

04 - Fold chopped artichoke hearts, prepared spinach, minced garlic, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.

05 - Pour the combined mixture into a 1-quart baking dish and spread evenly.

06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the mixture is bubbly and the top is golden brown.

07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm alongside tortilla chips, bread, or fresh vegetable sticks.

# Top Tips:

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It comes together in less than half an hour, but tastes like you spent all afternoon in the kitchen.
The creamy, cheesy base with tender spinach and artichokes hits every craving at once.
Everyone always asks for the recipe, and you get to smile and say it's shockingly simple.

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If you skip squeezing the spinach dry, the dip will turn watery and lose its thick, scoopable texture.
Softening the cream cheese completely before mixing prevents lumps and makes the whole process so much easier.

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