How to Make Spinach Dip
This dip is easy to make and has so much great flavor! Here are a few tips to make sure you have spinach dip perfection!
- Use a hand mixer to combine the cream cheese, this makes it softer and easier to scoop.
- Squeeze all of the water you can out of the spinach.
- Change the cheeses to your favorites, a bit of gruyere or cheddar are great in this recipe.
- Low fat or light products can be used in this recipe.
- Make up to 48 hours in advance and refrigerate. May need a bit of extra cook time if it’s chilled.
- Make Ahead Spinach Cheese Dip
- Not only is it perfect for any gathering, this spinach dip recipe can actually be prepared a day in advance and put it in the oven just before serving!
- Either take it out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking or add a few minutes extra bake time.
Ingredients
- 2 bunches spinach washed
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 1/2 cup diced red pepper
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Mix
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese divided
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Wash and roughly chop spinach. Place in a non-stick pan over medium heat until cooked. Cool completely. Once cooled, squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the spinach.
- Combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and ranch mix with a hand mixer until fluffy.
- Fold in remaining ingredients except 1/2 cup of mozzarella and spread into a 2 quart casserole dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until hot & bubbly.
