Description
This creamy and flavorful Ranch Spinach Dip is a perfect appetizer for any gathering. A delightful blend of cheeses, garlic, ranch seasoning, and spinach baked to bubbly perfection, served warm with bread, crackers, or pretzels for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 12 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¾ cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ teaspoons minced garlic
- 9 oz frozen spinach, thawed and thoroughly drained
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch dip mix
- ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
Serving
- Bread, crackers, or pretzels for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Cream Base: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, and minced garlic until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Add Spinach and Ranch Mix: Stir in the thoroughly drained spinach and the ranch dip mix ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Prepare for Baking: Transfer the combined mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle the shredded parmesan cheese evenly over the top to create a flavorful crust.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve Warm: Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve hot with bread, crackers, or pretzels for dipping and enjoy the delicious savory flavors.
Notes
- Make sure to thoroughly drain the spinach to avoid a watery dip.
- For a sharper flavor, use extra sharp cheddar cheese.
- You can prepare the dip in advance and refrigerate before baking; just increase baking time slightly if baking from cold.
- Serve with a variety of dippers like sliced baguette, pita chips, or pretzel sticks.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free crackers or bread alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: ranch spinach dip, baked spinach dip, creamy spinach dip, party dip, appetizer
