Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
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Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Description
The Crockpot Spinach Artichoke Dip combines shredded Parmesan cheese, thawed chopped spinach, and drained chopped artichoke hearts with minced garlic, sour cream, softened cream cheese, and mayonnaise. The ingredients are first mixed then gently heated on the stove until the cheese melts, before being transferred to a crockpot for slow cooking on low or high settings. This method ensures an evenly warmed dip with a creamy, thick consistency.
The flavor balances the sharpness of Parmesan, the fresh earthiness of spinach, and the mild tang of artichokes, enriched by creamy dairy ingredients. Garlic adds aromatic depth. This dip suits casual gatherings as a warm, shareable appetizer with crunchy dippers such as crackers or bread.
Make-ahead instructions suggest cooling and refrigerating the dip for one to two days before cooking in the crockpot. Leftovers can be stored refrigerated for several days or frozen for extended use. The dip reheats well while maintaining its texture.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 10 ounces spinach thawed, frozen, chopped
- 14 ounces artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, add the Parmesan Cheese, spinach, and artichoke hearts and mix.
- Add the minced garlic, sour cream, cream cheese, and mayo. Stir together, then pour it into a medium-sized saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat. Stir until the cheese has melted.
- Pour into a crock pot and cook on HIGH for 1-2 hours or on LOW for 3-4 hours. Use the warm setting to keep it warm while serving
Notes
- This dip can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for 1-2 days before heating.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days, or freeze up to 6-8 weeks.
- Warm the dip on the crockpot's warm setting to keep it ready for serving without drying out.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 287kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 626mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 3612IU | 72% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 313mg | 31% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.