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Spinach & Artichoke Dip

A go-to appetizer for parties, this spinach and artichoke dip has all the creamy-inside, brown-and-crispy-on-top texture and cheesy taste that makes dips like this appealing, but with fewer calories and fat.
This spinach-artichoke dip has a rich, creamy texture that's perfect for a comforting appetizer.  Mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses add a savory, satisfying flavor to every bite. Fat-free cream cheese and sour cream lighten it up.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 22
Author: Krista Ackerbloom Montgomery / Cooking Light, September 2000

Ingredients

  • ½ cup fat-free sour cream
  • ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 (14oz) can artichoke hearts drained and chopped
  • 1 (10oz) pkg frozen chopped spinach thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
  • 1 (8oz) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese softened
  • 1 (8oz) block fat-free cream cheese softened
  • 6 oz part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded and divided (about 1½ cups)
  • 1 oz fresh Parmesan cheese grated and divided (about 1/4 cup)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine sour cream, ground pepper, garlic, artichoke hearts, spinach and cream cheese in a large bowl, stirring until well-blended.
    Add 4 ounces (1 cup) mozzarella and 2 tablespoons Parmesan; stir well.
    Spoon mixture into a broiler-safe 1 1/2-quart glass or ceramic baking dish.
    Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan.
    Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Preheat broiler to high (leave dish in oven). Broil dip for 3 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.