Recipes

Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip

by Whitney Amadi.
December 31, 2025
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  •   8 oz cream cheese (soften)
  •   1 cup sour cream
  •   12 oz frozen spinach (thawed and well squeezed dry)
  •   3 tsp garlic (minced)
  •   1 cup mozzarella cheese (hand shredded)
  •   1/2 cup parmesan cheese (hand shredded)
  •   1/2 salt
  •   1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
Parmesan Topping
  •   1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
  •   1/2 cup panko breadcumbs
  •   1/4 cup mayo (I used Kewpie)
  •   2 cloves garlic (minced)
  •   1 tsp parsley

Ingredients are subject to availability at local stores. Unavailable items will be automatically substituted at best-effort.

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 1.5-quart baking dish with non-stick spray and set aside.

  • Make the spinach dip base.
    In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, spinach, garlic, mozzarella, parmesan, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir until fully combined, making sure everything is evenly mixed.

  • Transfer & bake.
    Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered for 15 minutes.

  • Prepare the parmesan topping.
    While the dip bakes, mix together the parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, mayo, garlic, and parsley in a small bowl.

  • Top & bake again.
    Remove the dip from the oven and give it a quick stir. Sprinkle the parmesan topping evenly over the top, then return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.

  • Broil for a golden crust.
    Turn on the broiler and broil the dip for 2–5 minutes, watching closely, until the topping is golden brown and crispy. Remove immediately once browned.

  • Serve & enjoy.
    Serve warm with pita chips, tortilla chips, or fresh veggie sticks.

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