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Creamy Spinach Dip Breadbowl Delight

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A creamy, garlicky spinach dip baked inside a crusty sourdough bread bowl, perfect for parties and casual gatherings. This easy homemade recipe combines fresh spinach, cream cheese, and sharp cheddar for a warm, indulgent appetizer.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (full-fat)
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 round sourdough or rustic boule (about 8 inches diameter)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted and most moisture evaporates, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  5. Stir in shredded cheddar, Parmesan, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Fold in the wilted spinach and garlic mixture until evenly distributed.
  6. Using a serrated bread knife, slice off the top of the bread round and scoop out the soft interior, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell.
  7. Spoon the spinach dip mixture into the hollowed-out bread bowl, smoothing the top. Place the bread bowl on a baking sheet or oven-safe dish. Optionally place the bread lid back loosely on top.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the bread crust is crisp and golden.
  9. Remove from oven and let sit for a couple of minutes. Serve warm by slicing the bread bowl walls for dipping or tearing off chunks from the crust.

Notes

Use fresh spinach for best texture and color. Let spinach cool before mixing to avoid watery dip. Soften cream cheese properly to prevent lumps. Hollow bread bowl walls should be about 1 inch thick to avoid sogginess. Tent bread with foil if it browns too quickly during baking. Leftover bread can be toasted for dipping or breadcrumbs. For gluten-free, serve dip with gluten-free crackers or veggies instead of bread bowl.

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