Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with flavor, this Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip is the perfect appetizer for any gathering! Set it and forget it, and enjoy the ultimate comfort food. 🧀🌿
Ingredients:
- 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- If using frozen spinach, make sure it’s thawed and well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Chop the artichoke hearts into small pieces, and mince the garlic.
2. Combine in the Crock Pot:
- Add the artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) into your Crock Pot.
3. Cook:
- Stir everything together until the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or on high for 1-1.5 hours until the dip is hot and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Stir and Serve:
- Once the dip is ready, give it a good stir to mix everything together.
- Serve immediately with chips, pita bread, crackers, or fresh veggies like carrots, cucumber, and celery.
Tips:
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the dip the night before and store it in the fridge. Just pop it in the Crock Pot to cook when you’re ready to serve.
- Texture: If the dip seems too thick, you can stir in a little milk or heavy cream to reach your desired consistency.
- Flavor Additions: Feel free to mix in a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or a squeeze of lemon juice to elevate the flavor.
- Cheese: For extra creaminess, you can use cream cheese with a higher fat content or add a little extra shredded mozzarella or Parmesan.
This Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip is easy to make, perfectly creamy, and sure to be a hit at any party or family gathering. Enjoy the creamy goodness! 🧀🌿
