Awesome Artichoke Dip

Get ready to impress your guests with this creamy, cheesy, and utterly irresistible Awesome Artichoke Dip! Loaded with tender artichoke hearts, a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, and a savory mix of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, this crowd-pleasing appetizer boasts bold flavors enhanced by minced garlic, a splash of lemon juice, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes for a spicy twist. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 25 minutes, this dip is as easy to make as it is to devour. Serve it warm with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh veggies for dipping, and don’t forget the sprinkle of fresh parsley for a bright, vibrant finish. Perfect for parties, game day, or any time you’re craving a rich, decadent treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 can (14 ounces) canned artichoke hearts
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Drain the canned artichoke hearts and roughly chop them into small pieces. Set them aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped artichoke hearts, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

If you like a bit of spice, stir in the optional red pepper flakes for a little kick.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the top is lightly golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm with crackers, tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1189.3 grams (1189.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3487

Total Fat 322.10g	413%
Saturated Fat 108.10g	540%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 659mg	220%
Sodium 3722mg	162%
Total Carbohydrate 116.00g	42%
Dietary Fiber 21.60g	77%
Total Sugars 27.30g
Protein 65.90g	132%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1531mg	118%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 841mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 79.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 12.8%