Best-Ever Spinach Dip Bread (Printable)

A creamy spinach dip baked in a hollowed sourdough bowl, ideal for gatherings and easy to prepare.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (approximately 1 lb)

→ Dip Base

02 - 10 oz frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained
03 - 1 cup sour cream (240 g)
04 - 1 cup mayonnaise (225 g)
05 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (120 g)
06 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (60 g)
07 - 1/4 cup chopped green onions (30 g)
08 - 1/2 cup diced water chestnuts (60 g), optional
09 - 1 small clove garlic, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed

→ For Serving

13 - Assorted raw vegetables (carrots, celery, bell peppers)
14 - Extra bread cubes from bread bowl or additional loaf

# Method:

01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F.
02 - Cut a circular lid from the top of the sourdough loaf and hollow out the interior to form a bowl. Reserve removed bread and cut into bite-sized cubes.
03 - In a large bowl, mix spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, green onions, water chestnuts if using, garlic, salt, pepper, and dill until evenly blended.
04 - Spoon the spinach mixture into the hollowed bread bowl.
05 - Place filled bread bowl on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes until heated through and cheese has melted.
06 - Arrange bread cubes and assorted vegetables around the bread bowl for dipping and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare
  • A proven hit for gatherings
02 -
  • For a cold version chill the dip and serve without baking.
  • This dip pairs well with crisp white wines and leftovers are delicious the next day.
03 -
  • Try substituting Greek yogurt for half the mayonnaise or sour cream for a lighter dip.
  • Add chopped artichoke hearts for even more flavor.
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