Baked Spinach Cheese

Creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly comforting, this Baked Spinach Cheese recipe is the ultimate crowd-pleasing side dish that's as easy to make as it is indulgent. Fresh spinach is sautéed with fragrant garlic, then enveloped in a luscious blend of cream cheese, heavy cream, and shredded mozzarella, with a touch of nutmeg for subtle warmth. Topped with golden breadcrumbs and bubbling melted cheese, this dish bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal for holidays, dinner parties, or weeknight dinners, this creamy spinach bake pairs beautifully with roasted meats, crusty bread, or a crisp green salad. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of ingredients, it’s a quick and elegant way to elevate your meal. Perfect for cheese lovers and spinach enthusiasts alike, this is the comfort food recipe you've been craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 200 grams Cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg, ground
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water. Remove thick stems and drain well.

Step 3

In a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the spinach to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove any excess liquid by pressing the spinach gently in the pan.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, half of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the cooked spinach into the mixing bowl with the cheese mixture. Stir until the spinach is well coated.

Step 7

Pour the spinach mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

In a small bowl, toss the breadcrumbs with olive oil until lightly moistened. Sprinkle the breadcrumbs over the mozzarella layer.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the top is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Baked Spinach Cheese hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1249.5 grams (1249.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2850

Total Fat 238.00g	305%
Saturated Fat 134.70g	674%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 699mg	233%
Sodium 3839mg	167%
Total Carbohydrate 79.00g	29%
Dietary Fiber 14.30g	51%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 84.90g	170%

Vitamin D 5IU	23%
Calcium 2356mg	181%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 359mg	8%

*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: 76.6%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 11.3%