St. Pattys Spinach Artichoke Dip (Print Version)

A creamy spinach and artichoke blend baked inside a crusty sourdough bread bowl with melted cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread Bowl

01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (approximately 1 pound)

→ Dip

02 - 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
03 - 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup sour cream
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
12 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ For Serving

13 - Sourdough bread chunks from bread bowl
14 - Assorted crackers or vegetable sticks

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Slice the top off the sourdough loaf and hollow out the center, leaving a 1-inch thick shell. Tear the removed bread into bite-sized pieces for dipping and set aside.
03 - In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté spinach for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix until smooth.
05 - Fold in the sautéed spinach and chopped artichoke hearts until well combined.
06 - Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed bread bowl. Replace top of the loaf if desired.
07 - Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the bread is golden.
08 - Serve warm with reserved bread chunks, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 45 minutes from start to finish
  • The bread bowl serves as both serving dish and part of the meal—no waste!
  • Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor in every bite
  • Perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations or any festive gathering
  • Easy enough for beginners but impressive enough for experienced cooks
02 -
  • Use a serrated knife for clean cuts when hollowing out the bread bowl
  • Save and toast the extra bread pieces at 350°F for 10 minutes for perfect dippers
  • Mix the dip ingredients while the spinach cools to save time
  • Place the bread bowl on parchment paper for easy cleanup
  • Test the dip's doneness by checking if it's bubbling around the edges
  • Let the bread bowl rest for 5 minutes after baking for easier handling
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