Craving a quick and easy appetizer that'll be a total hit? Look no further than this creamy spinach artichoke dip. It's packed with cheesy goodness and totally mayo-free! This crowd-pleasing appetizer recipe is perfect for game day or your next party.
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Reader Review: Deborah says, "Excellent recipe. Thoroughly enjoyed without the mayo!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Make this easy recipe two different ways: Oven-Baked or in a Crock Pot. Instructions for both cooking methods are provided below.
Serve it with tortilla chips, pita chips, toasted crostini, or your favorite crackers. It's so good!
For more cheesy appetizer recipes, be sure to check out our Chili Cheese Dip, and White Queso Dip. They are always a hit. Don't miss our other appetizer recipes.
Here's What You Need
This appetizer recipe is super easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.
- cream cheese - Room temperature.
- sour cream - May substitute Greek yogurt.
- shredded mozzarella - May substitute different types of cheeses like Chihuahua, or asiago cheese.
- grated parmesan cheese
- artichoke hearts - Drained and chopped. Don't have artichokes? That's ok, leave them out and make a basic spinach dip recipe instead. It'll still be super tasty.
- Jalapeños - Canned, drained and diced. Hot diced jalapeños are always a hit. But mild are tasty, too. May substitute mild diced green chilis, red pepper flakes (cayenne pepper), or a few shakes of hot sauce.
- frozen spinach - Thawed and drained. May substitute fresh spinach.
- garlic powder - May substitute 1 clove of fresh minced garlic.
- onion powder - Optional.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Add a protein - like shredded chicken, crab, chopped shrimp.
- Make it spicy - add chopped red bell pepper, fresh chopped chili peppers, or salsa.
How To Make Baked Spinach Artichoke Dip
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Together. Use a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Transfer To Baking Dish. Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray then transfer the mixed ingredients to the dish. Use a wooden spoon to spread it out evenly.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes. Bake until the top is slightly browned and cheese has melted.
- Serve. Serve warm with tortilla chips or some little garlic toasts or crostini.
How To Make It In A Crock Pot
Making it in a crock pot or slow cooker is the easiest way to make this recipe. All you need to do is throw all the ingredients into a crock pot, give it a stir, set it, and forget it. And then you can get on with other things! Give it another stir in an hour or two and it'll be ready.
- Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients into a crock pot.
- Mix Together. Use a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Cook For 1-2 Hours On High. Cover the crock pot with the lid and set the temperature dial to high. Cook for 1-2 hours or until it is hot and bubbly. Then turn the temperature dial down to warm.
- Serve. Serve warm with tortilla chips. Use a crock pot or slow cooker to keep it warm.
Helpful Tips
Make It With Fresh Spinach - Fresh ingredients are always more flavorful. Substitute fresh instead of frozen spinach and fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
Sauté minced garlic in a little olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cups of fresh chopped spinach and a squeeze of lemon juice. Once the spinach has wilted, drain out the excess liquid by squeezing the cooked spinach in some paper towels.
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Recipe FAQS
It lasts 3-4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Freeze it in an airtight container for up to six months. Bring to room temperature before reheating.
Reheat it in a crock pot, slowly on the stove, or in the microwave oven at 30 second increments until it is hot and bubbly.
Serving Suggestions
Serve it warm with tortilla chips, pita chips, crostini or your favorite crackers. It also makes the best vegetable platter dip and perfect served with a simple charcuterie board.
Keep It Warm - The best way to keep it warm at parties is in a crock pot. Then, the cheese will remain loose and ready for that perfect cheese pull when you dip into it.
Freezing and Storage
For best results, store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Freeze it for up to six months. We like to use these convenient oven safe food storage containers because all you have to do is pop off the lid and it's ready to reheat in the oven.
There you have it. Easy Spinach Artichoke Dip Without Mayo is as easy as that to make. We hope you enjoy our super simple, super tasty crowd-pleasing appetizer at your next party or for a game-day snack. Try it and let us know how you like it. We'd love to hear from you!
xo ~ Seanna
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📖 Recipe
Spinach Artichoke Dip Without Mayo
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup frozen spinach thawed and drained
- 14 ounces artichoke hearts drained and chopped
- 4 ounces jalapeños canned, drained and diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Bake It
Pre-heat Oven To 350°F.
- Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl.8 ounces cream cheese, 8 ounces sour cream, 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella, ½ cup parmesan cheese, 14 ounces artichoke hearts, 4 ounces jalapeños, 1 cup frozen spinach, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Mix Together. Use a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Transfer To Baking Dish. Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray then transfer the mixed ingredients to the dish. Use a wooden spoon to spread the dip out evenly.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes. Bake until the top is slightly browned and cheese has melted.
- Serve. Serve this cheesy dip warm with tortilla chips.
Alternative Instructions.
How To Make It In A Crock Pot
- Combine Ingredients. Place all ingredients into a crock pot.
- Mix Together. Use a wooden spoon or a rubber spatula to mix the ingredients together until they are well combined.
- Cook For 1-2 Hours On High. Cover the crock pot with the lid and set the temperature dial to high. Cook for 1-2 hours or until it is hot and bubbly. Then turn the temperature dial down to warm.
- Serve. Serve warm with tortilla chips. Keep it warm in the crock pot.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Make This It With Fresh Spinach - Fresh ingredients are always more flavorful. Substitute fresh instead of frozen spinach and fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder. Sauté minced garlic in a little olive oil over medium heat. Add 4 cups of fresh chopped spinach and a squeeze of lemon juice. Once the spinach has wilted, drain out the excess liquid by squeezing the cooked spinach in some paper towels.
- Keep It Warm - The best way to keep it warm at parties is in a crock pot. Then, the cheese will remain loose and ready for that perfect cheese pull when you dip into it.
Megan says
I have been looking specifically for a mayo free artichoke dip for the longest time! My mom doesn’t like mayonnaise at all but she loves spinach artichoke dip. I can’t wait to share this with her! Thank you Seanna!
Seanna Borrows says
Thanks Meg! My husband and son are a no go on the mayonnaise, too. Hope she likes it!
Russ B says
Love the cream cheese version of this dip!
Seanna Borrows says
I know you do! I know you like no mayo recipes!