Description
This Halloween Graveyard Spinach Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and savory appetizer perfect for spooky gatherings. Combining fresh spinach with rich cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, it’s baked to bubbly perfection and served warm with crackers or breadsticks. A festive and crowd-pleasing dip that brings a fun Halloween twist to your party table.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp seasoned salt
For Serving
- Crackers or breadsticks (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Prepare spinach: Thoroughly wash and dry the fresh spinach leaves to remove any dirt or moisture.
- Mix cream cheese and sour cream: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add seasonings and cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and seasoned salt to the creamy base for flavor.
- Incorporate spinach: Chop the fresh spinach and fold it evenly into the cheese mixture to distribute the greens throughout.
- Bake the dip: Transfer the combined mixture into an oven-safe dish and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the dip is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the warm dip immediately with crackers or breadsticks shaped for a spooky Halloween theme.
Notes
- Make sure to dry the spinach thoroughly to avoid a watery dip.
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped green onions or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for the creamiest texture.
- Serve immediately after baking for the best warm, melty experience.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack or mozzarella for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Halloween dip, spinach dip, cheesy dip, party appetizer, baked dip, spinach recipe, Halloween party food, creamy dip
