Save A festive, creamy spinach dip served in a warm, crusty bread bowl—perfect for holiday gatherings and quick to prepare.
I first served this during a holiday party and it was an instant hit with family and friends.
Ingredients
- Bread: 1 large round sourdough loaf (about 500 g)
- Spinach Dip: 300 g (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained well, 250 g (8 oz) cream cheese softened, 120 g (1/2 cup) sour cream, 120 g (1/2 cup) mayonnaise, 100 g (1 cup) shredded mozzarella cheese, 60 g (1/2 cup) grated Parmesan cheese, 2 cloves garlic minced, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Garnish & Dippers: 1 red bell pepper diced (optional for color), sourdough bread pieces (from hollowed loaf) or assorted crackers and veggies
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Step 2:
- Slice the top off the sourdough loaf and carefully hollow out the center leaving about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of bread around the edges to form a bowl Reserve the removed bread for dipping
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl mix together the spinach cream cheese sour cream mayonnaise mozzarella Parmesan garlic nutmeg salt and pepper until well combined
- Step 4:
- Spoon the spinach mixture into the bread bowl Sprinkle diced red bell pepper over the top for a festive touch if desired
- Step 5:
- Place the filled bread bowl on a baking tray Bake for 20 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly and the bread is lightly crisp
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with the reserved bread pieces crackers or fresh vegetables for dipping
Save This recipe always brings everyone together for a delicious and warm family moment during the holidays.
Required Tools
Bread knife Mixing bowl Baking tray Spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bread) Milk (cream cheese sour cream mozzarella Parmesan) Egg (mayonnaise if using traditional mayonnaise) Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 320 Total Fat 18 g Carbohydrates 28 g Protein 10 g per serving
Save This bread bowl spinach dip is sure to be a holiday favorite every year
Recipe Help & FAQs
- → What type of bread works best as the bowl?
A large round sourdough loaf is ideal, providing a sturdy crust and a neutral flavor that complements the creamy spinach filling.
- → Can fresh spinach be used instead of frozen?
Yes, fresh spinach can be used. Cook and drain it thoroughly to remove excess moisture before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- → How do I prevent the bread bowl from becoming soggy?
Leaving about one inch of bread around the edges helps maintain structure. Baking the filled bowl warms the mixture and crisps the bread slightly.
- → What variations can enhance the dip's flavor?
Adding chopped artichoke hearts or a pinch of cayenne pepper adds depth and a spicy kick to the creamy blend.
- → What are good dipping options besides the reserved bread pieces?
Assorted crackers, fresh vegetables such as carrots or celery sticks, and toasted bread slices all work well for dipping.