Description
This Bacon Spinach Dip is a warm, creamy appetizer featuring crisp bacon, tender spinach, and a blend of cheeses baked to bubbly perfection. Served with toasted baguette slices brushed with olive oil, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser for gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 10 ounces baguette, sliced into ½-inch rounds (1 loaf)
- ¼ cup olive oil
Dip
- 10 slices bacon
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (1 brick)
- â…“ cup mayonnaise (store-bought or homemade)
- â…“ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 pound frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed of excess liquid
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Toast baguette slices: Arrange the baguette slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Brush both sides evenly with olive oil. Bake for about 15 minutes until the slices are toasted and lightly golden, then remove and set aside.
- Cook bacon: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the bacon slices. Cook in batches if necessary until the bacon is crisp and the fat is rendered. Remove from the skillet and allow to cool, then chop into bite-size pieces.
- Mix base ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, and black pepper. Use a spoon or spatula to mash and stir the mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Add spinach and cheese: Stir the thawed and drained spinach into the creamy base, then add the grated Parmesan cheese and half of the shredded mozzarella. Fold in the chopped bacon pieces to distribute evenly.
- Prepare for baking: Spread the dip mixture evenly into a 9×9-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake the dip: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cheese on top is lightly browned and the dip is bubbling around the edges.
- Serve: Remove the dip from the oven and serve warm alongside the toasted baguette slices for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh spinach if desired; just cook and chop before using.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or chopped green onions to the dip mix.
- Mayonnaise can be homemade or store-bought depending on your preference.
- Make sure to squeeze out all excess liquid from the thawed spinach to prevent a watery dip.
- This dip is best served warm but can be refrigerated and reheated before serving.
