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Spinach Dip Recipe in a Bread Bowl

Make the ultimate party appetizer: Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl. Creamy, cheesy, and served in a crusty bread bowl. And it's perfect for sharing.
Prep Time20 minutes
Additional Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Snacks and Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Calories: 331kcal
Author: Julie Pollitt

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces frozen spinach thawed and drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • ⅓ cup scallions sliced
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 medium round loaf of sourdough bread for serving
  • 1 small red bell pepper for garnish
  • Celery carrots, crackers, chips, pita chips for dipping

Instructions

  • In a colander, rinse the thawed spinach, then squeeze the leaves and pat dry with paper towels. 
  • In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese and sour cream. Add the spinach, parmesan cheese, scallions, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion flakes and mix until thoroughly blended.
  • Place dip in the refrigerator for an hour or until ready to serve. 
  • Using a bread knife, prepare a bread bowl by slicing the dough's top 1 ½ inch layer. (Just before guests arrive so the bread is fresh).
  • Cut around the edges of the loaf, hollowing out the center for a dip while leaving an inch of the bread on the bottom and sides. Cut removed bread into bite-size pieces for dipping. 
  • Cut five thin slices of red bell pepper and set aside.
  • Remove the dip from the fridge and scoop it into the bread bowl.
  • Use one slice of red bell pepper in the center of the bread bowl, then lay the other slices across it about ½ - 1 inch apart, creating the look of football laces. 

Notes

  • Make sure to drain and dry the spinach leaves before mixing. 
  • The dip needs to be refrigerated for at least one hour before serving. 
  • If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container or cover them with some plastic wrap and keep them in the refrigerator. The dip will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 629mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g