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Four-Cheese Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip Bread Bowl

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A cozy, crowd-pleasing dip baked inside a hollowed-out sourdough loaf, combining four cheeses with spinach and artichokes for a creamy, indulgent snack perfect for parties or quiet nights.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened (full-fat recommended)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (part-skim preferred)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 large round sourdough loaf (about 12 oz)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Using a serrated knife, cut a circle around the top of the sourdough loaf about 2 inches from the edge. Remove the top and scoop out the soft interior, leaving about a 1-inch thick shell. Set bread chunks aside for dipping.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold in mozzarella, parmesan, and sharp cheddar cheeses. Mix well.
  5. Add chopped artichoke hearts, thawed and drained spinach, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir until fully combined.
  6. Spoon the dip mixture into the hollowed bread bowl, packing gently and evenly. Replace the bread lid on top if desired.
  7. Place the filled bread bowl on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden on top.
  8. Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving to allow the dip to thicken slightly.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth mixing. Squeeze excess moisture from spinach to avoid runny dip. Toast scooped bread cubes for crunchy dippers. Tent with foil if dip browns too quickly. Can prepare dip mixture up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.

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Keywords: spinach artichoke dip, four cheese dip, baked dip, bread bowl, party appetizer, cheesy dip, sourdough bread bowl

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