Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip Recipe

Craving Montana's famous spinach artichoke dip? This copycat recipe delivers a creamy, cheesy, and irresistible appetizer that's perfect for game day or any gathering! Baked to bubbly perfection with a generous topping of cheddar cheese, this homemade version is surprisingly easy to make and tastes incredibly close to the restaurant original. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 311.9 kcal

Protein 23g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
8 ounces cream cheese
Onion (not found in recipe)
2 cloves garlic
1/8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
2-4 tablespoons milk (as needed)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a food processor, combine 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and squeezed dry), 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or more, to taste).
Blend until completely smooth, adding 2-4 tablespoons of milk as needed to reach desired consistency.
Pour mixture into a lightly greased 9-inch pie plate.
Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dippers: pita chips, crackers, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

Fat

85g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip?

Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip?

Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip has approximately 311.9 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 42 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip?

The key ingredients for Baked Cream Cheese Spinach Dip are Frozen Spinach, Cream Cheese, Onion, Garlic Cloves, Tabasco Sauce, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.