Baked Artichoke Cream Cheese (Printable Version)

Creamy blend of artichoke hearts and cheeses baked until golden and bubbly. Perfect for gatherings.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F and allow to reach heat necessary for baking.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and homogenous.
03 - Fold in Parmesan, mozzarella, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes if desired, and chopped parsley until thoroughly combined.
04 - Spoon the mixture evenly into a 1 to 1.5 quart baking dish, smoothing the surface.
05 - Place dish in oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the dip is hot throughout.
06 - Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes before garnishing with additional chopped parsley.
07 - Present warm alongside crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks for dipping.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy vegetarian appetizer for any crowd
  • Deliciously creamy and ready in just 35 minutes
02 -
  • Gluten-free if paired with gluten-free crackers or veggie sticks
  • Contains dairy: always double-check if serving guests with allergies
03 -
  • For easier mixing, soften cream cheese at room temperature
  • Let the dip rest for 5 minutes after baking to set for best scooping texture
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