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Creamy Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip in Sourdough Bread Bowl

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A warm, creamy, and tangy spinach artichoke dip baked inside a hollowed-out sourdough bread bowl, perfect for easy party appetizers that impress without stress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium round sourdough bread loaf (about 10 inches)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 14 oz jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice 2-3 inches off the top of the sourdough loaf to create a lid. Carefully scoop out the soft bread inside, leaving about a 1-inch-thick shell. Set aside bread chunks for later.
  3. Squeeze out excess moisture from thawed spinach. Chop artichoke hearts into bite-size pieces.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. Add minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  6. Fold in spinach, artichokes, Parmesan, and mozzarella until evenly distributed.
  7. Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed sourdough loaf, pressing gently to fill to the edges.
  8. Place the filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Remove the bread lid and let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with bread chunks or crackers.

Notes

Dry spinach thoroughly to avoid watery dip. Soften cream cheese before mixing to prevent lumps. Cover bread bowl loosely with foil if crust browns too quickly. Broil for last 2 minutes for a golden cheese crust, watching closely to avoid burning. Leftover dip can be reheated and stored in the fridge up to 3 days. For gluten-free, use gluten-free bread; for dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and sour cream alternatives.

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