Baked Artichoke Dip Cream Cheese (Print View)

A creamy blend of artichokes, cream cheese, and Parmesan baked until golden and bubbly.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus extra for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
03 - Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, chopped artichokes, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes if using, and chopped parsley until evenly incorporated.
04 - Spread mixture evenly into a small baking dish (approximately 1 to 1.5 quarts).
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot and golden on top.
06 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with extra parsley before serving.
07 - Serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes
  • Crowd-pleasing vegetarian appetizer for any occasion
02 -
  • This recipe is gluten-free if you use gluten-free dippers.
  • Contains dairy; always check product labels for allergens.
03 -
  • Top with extra Parmesan before baking for a crispier crust.
  • Use a hand mixer for a smoother, creamier texture.
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