Description
Indulge in the creamy, garlicky goodness of this Longhorn Spinach Dip Recipe, a delightful appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. This easy-to-make dip replicates the beloved restaurant-style dish, blending fresh spinach, rich cheeses, and aromatic garlic into a comforting treat that will leave your guests asking for more. Ideal for parties, game nights, or cozy family dinners, it’s versatile enough to be served warm with chips, fresh veggies, or even as a topping on baked potatoes. Prepare it in just 15 minutes and enjoy its cheesy delight as a crowd-pleaser at your next event!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz spinach (or 6-oz of frozen spinach, thawed, drained, and liquid squeezed out)
- 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic (1 tablespoon, minced)
- 8 oz cream cheese (broken up into six chunks)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup white cheddar cheese
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp Panko bread crumbs
- 2 Tbsp parmesan cheese
- 1/2 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add spinach and wilt.
- In a mixing bowl or food processor, combine sautéed spinach and cream cheese chunks. Gradually mix in heavy cream.
- Stir in grated parmesan and white cheddar cheeses along with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Transfer to a baking dish; top with Panko bread crumbs and extra parmesan. Drizzle melted butter on top.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 10 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg