Description
This Tuscan Cheese Dip is a warm, creamy, and flavorful appetizer featuring a delightful blend of cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, sour cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach. Baked to perfection with a golden, bubbly cheese topping, it’s perfect for serving with crostini or chips for a cozy gathering or party indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped frozen spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In an oven-safe serving dish, layer together the cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, sun-dried tomatoes, and chopped frozen spinach. Do not mix or thaw the spinach beforehand.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the oven and bake until the cheeses have melted completely, stirring occasionally for even melting and combining.
- Add Topping: After the dip has melted, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella evenly on top. Return to the oven and bake until the top cheese is melted and just starting to brown. Optionally, place under a broiler briefly to achieve more browning.
- Serve: Serve the Tuscan Cheese Dip immediately with crostini, chips, or your favorite dippers for a delicious appetizer experience.
Notes
- Crostini are an excellent choice for dipping into this rich cheese dip.
- Adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top enhances the flavor by cutting through the richness, but regular balsamic vinegar also works well.
- For a vegetarian version, ensure all cheeses used are vegetarian-friendly (rennet-free).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (~120g)
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
