Baked Spinach Dip Loaf

Turn your next gathering into an unforgettable event with this crowd-pleasing Baked Spinach Dip Loaf! This delicious appetizer combines the creamy indulgence of a classic spinach dip with the comforting warmth of a baked sourdough bread bowl. Packed with a flavorful blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and Parmesan, plus a hint of garlic and Italian seasoning, the dip is nestled inside a hollowed-out sourdough loaf, which bakes to golden perfection. The crispy, toasted bread cubes made from the loaf's interior double as perfect dippers, ensuring every bite is an explosion of savory, cheesy goodness. Ready in just 45 minutes and ideal for game days, parties, or casual get-togethers, this easy yet impressive dish is guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 round sourdough loaf
• 284 grams frozen chopped spinach
• 225 grams cream cheese, softened
• 120 ml sour cream
• 60 ml mayonnaise
• 120 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze it dry to remove excess moisture.

Step 3

Using a sharp knife, cut the top off the sourdough loaf to create a lid. Hollow out the center of the loaf, leaving about 1 inch of bread around the edges. Tear the removed bread into bite-sized pieces and set them aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, thawed spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and evenly combined.

Step 5

Spoon the spinach dip mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaf, packing it in evenly.

Step 6

Place the filled loaf on a baking sheet and drizzle the top with olive oil.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the bread is golden and lightly toasted.

Step 8

Five minutes before the end of baking, spread the torn bread pieces on the baking sheet around the loaf to toast them slightly.

Step 9

Serve the baked spinach dip loaf immediately with the toasted bread pieces for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	728.3 grams (728.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1638

Total Fat 126.70g	162%
Saturated Fat 49.40g	247%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 264mg	88%
Sodium 3702mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 66.60g	24%
Dietary Fiber 8.90g	32%
Total Sugars 9.90g
Protein 71.80g	144%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2095mg	161%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1445mg	31%

*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: 67.3%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 15.7%