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A delicious blend of mozzarella, parmesan, and romano cheeses, combined with spinach and artichoke, makes this a killer copycat recipe of Applebee’s Spinach Artichoke Dip
Why I Love Spinach Artichoke Dip
When we go out to eat, it’s rare that we’ll buy an appetizer or dessert. In fact, it’s rare that we buy two meals! However, there’s one item that often appears on appetizer lists that always tempts me – Spinach artichoke dip.
I love spinach artichoke dip! It’s full of tons of things that aren’t good for me, and I regret eating hours later because it’s full of lactose, but whenever I see it listed on a menu, those thoughts all disappear.
And the place that has my favorite kind of spinach artichoke dip? Applebees. I’ve found out that not all restaurants make their recipes the same, and homemade spinach artichoke dips rarely satisfy me.
So for the longest time, I’ve been on the search for a copycat recipe for Appleebees spinach artichoke dip (that actually tasted like it was from the restaurant), and I think I finally created it.
This recipe was so spot on, I could hardly believe it. And my mom, who is also a huge fan of Applebee’s spinach artichoke dip, agreed. It was practically an exact replica.
I think I like this version because it doesn’t go heavy on the artichokes, which is my main complaint about some recipes. There’s just the perfect amount of all the different ingredients, that all combine together perfectly for a creamy and savory dish.
What Should I Serve Spinach Artichoke Dip with?
There are so many great things that you can use as a dipper for this recipe:
- Chips
- Wheat Thins
- Other Crackers
- Carrots
- Tomatoes
- Crostini
- Pieces of French bread
What type of alfredo sauce do you use?
Honestly, I just pick whatever is on sale! Usually, I try and get one with garlic in it.I think that makes a difference. If you love Alfredo sauce, you can try my Chicken Alfredo Lasagna recipe.
Can this be made in a slow cooker?
I have not personally done this, but if I were to, I would mix everything together and cook it on low for 3-4 hours, or high for two. However, you can try my Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip.
What Ingredients Does Spinach Artichoke Dip Have?
- 10 ounces frozen spinach (defrosted and chopped)
- 10 ounces artichoke hearts (drained and chopped)
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup romano cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10 ounces prepared alfredo sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
How to Make Spinach and Artichoke Dip
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients until smooth.
- Place in an 8×8 baking dish and bake for about 30 minutes – or until bubbly.
Can you make this with homemade alfredo sauce?
Absolutely! I normally do not like store-bought alfredo sauce at all, but I don’t find that it overtakes this dish.
Do you have any other versions of this?
We have a few different recipes for spinach dips that you may like more – especially if you don’t like alfredo sauce:
- The Best Easy Ranch Spinach Dip Recipe – Our Party Go-To
- Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Cheesy Bacon Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can definitely prepare the dip ahead of time, but I wouldn’t cook it until you are ready to serve it.
How long will this last in the fridge?
It should last in the fridge – in an air-tight container – for 3-4 days.
How come my dip turned out watery?
Most likely, you didn’t drain your spinach well enough. If you used it right after it was defrosted, there is A LOT of extra water. Make sure you pat it dry well!
Copycat Applebee's Spinach Artichoke Dip
Yield: 10 People
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 10 ounces frozen, chopped spinach (thawed and patted dry)
- 10 oz artichoke hearts, drained, chopped and patted dry
- 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded romano cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 10 ounces prepared alfredo sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients with a spoon until smooth.
- Place in an 8x8-inch glass dish, and baked for about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 201Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 442mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 2gSugar: 1gProtein: 8g
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Katie Clark
Katie is a Colorado-native, BYU graduated, and most importantly, wife to one and mother to three beautiful boys. She is passionate about sharing her experiences with others – especially about pregnancy, breastfeeding, cooking, and crafts. She is an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She loves spending time with her family and helping others find joy in family life.
