Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip in a sourdough bread bowl is warm, creamy, and crowd-pleasing. The spinach, artichokes, garlic, and cheese create a classic flavor, and the bread bowl makes serving simple with plenty of torn bread pieces for dipping.
Hot Artichoke Spinach Dip in a Sourdough Bread Bowl is one of those appetizers that always disappears fast.
It is creamy, warm, and flavorful, and serving it in a crusty sourdough loaf makes it both rustic and practical.
The bread bowl holds the dip while staying sturdy enough for dipping, and later you can tear off pieces of the bowl itself to soak up every last bit.
This recipe works well for game day snacks, holiday gatherings, or casual weekends when you want something comforting but not complicated.
The combination of tender spinach, briny artichokes, and melty cheese creates a rich flavor that feels indulgent without requiring much effort.
Using a sourdough bread bowl also adds a hint of tangy flavor that balances the creamy dip.
If you enjoy appetizers that feel cozy and homemade, this dip will fit right into your recipe rotation. It is easy, fast to assemble, and very satisfying to share. Serve it hot and watch everyone gather around the table.
Why You Should Make This Recipe
• Warm, creamy, and flavorful appetizer that feels special without being complicated.
• Easy to serve and share straight from the sourdough bread bowl.
• Uses simple ingredients you can find in most grocery stores.
• Works for holidays, parties, game day, or a cozy weekend treat.
• Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
Variations
- Serve with vegetable sticks or crackers instead of bread pieces.
- Stir in shredded mozzarella for a stretchier, cheese-pull texture.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes or chopped jalapeño for gentle heat.
- Swap parmesan for pecorino for a sharper flavor.
- Replace yogurt with sour cream for a richer dip.
- Sprinkle the top with breadcrumbs before baking for a golden crust.
- Add chopped chives or parsley for fresh herbal brightness.
📖 Recipe
Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip in a Sourdough Bread Bowl
Ingredients
- 3 large handfuls fresh spinach chopped
- 1 can of artichoke hearts drained, rinsed and chopped
- 250 g 8oz cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons plain yogurt
- 1 onion peeled and finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic peeled and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- salt and pepper
To serve:
- Loaf of sourdough bread the top cut off and inside hollowed out. Cut the inside bread into cubes for dipping.
Instructions
To cook on the stove
- Add the spinach and artichokes to a pan with a little water and cook until tender. Drain. Boil spinach and artichokes in 1 cup of water until tender and drain, then return to the pan.
- Stir in the cream cheese and all other ingredients and heat over a medium/low heat until hot. Spoon into the bread bowl and serve with the cubes of bread on the side to dip.
To cook in a slow cooker:
- Spray or wipe the bowl of the slow cooker with cooking oil. Add all ingredients and stir to combine. Cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every hour. Allow the dip to cool slightly and thicken.
- Serve in the hollowed sourdough loaf with the cubes of bread next to it for dipping.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.
KC Peters-Burton says
I made this for a super bowl party! Everyone loved the retro bread bowl and the dip was yummy!
Helen @ Fuss Free Flavours says
Lovely lovely dip and presentation. Thanks for sharing with #ExtraVeg
Cindy says
The dip was yummy and presentation is the best!
Whoneedsacape (@Whoneedsacape) says
This is absolutely perfect party food! Just love the simplicity of this recipe!
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
I love spinach and artichoke dip, and it's actually one of the only ways I can get my husband to eat spinach. I like how you have served it in a bread bowl.
Celia at Chicago Jogger says
Yum! I love the combination of spinach + artichoke.
Divya @ Divya's Culinary Journey says
Spinach and artichoke dip looks so delicious and love the idea of serving it in bread bowl. Yum!!
justine @ Full Belly SIsters says
Mmm, garlic, cheese, artichokes, spinach—some of the yummiest things in the world, all in one dish!
Homemade Food Junkie says
See me loving this dip and your multi cooker. So wanting them both!!
Kate Hackworthy says
My multicooker is a very well-used gadget, I hope you get to try one soon!
mealplanmaven says
I was recently looking for a recipe for this classic holiday dip and am excited to have found yours! Looks so yummy!
Kate Hackworthy says
I hope you like it, Linda! It's so moreish.
fearlessdining says
This appetizer looks perfect. I have never heard of this cooker...but I like that it speeds up the cooking process.
taranoland says
One of my favorite dips and I love that you made it in you mulitcooker!!
Kate Hackworthy says
It's so quick and easy in a multicooker and I can't believe that I haven't had this dip in so long!
Manila Spoon says
I love the use of the bread bowl as not only is it edible, there's no clean-up after - win-win! This looks delicious and party-perfect!
debi says
This looks fabulous! I love that dip, and this multicooker looks great!
savoryexperiments says
Oh yes! Spinach and artichoke dip is one of my favorites. It is so good any time of year.
Christine | Mid-Life Croissant says
Just delicious and definitely reminds me of my parents' parties when I was growing up! And there was always that chianti in the rounded jug with the basket over it. Visiting from #recipeoftheweek.
Myfamilymealtime (@FMealtime) says
This dip looks incredible and I am all about this multi cooker!
Michelle De La Cerda says
That mulitmaker is now on my wish list! This dip is fantastic.
Janette Fuschi says
Delicious dip and I love the easy cleanup
Jessica {Swanky Recipes} says
Love making bread bowls as they are great for soup and appetizers! The hubs would love this hot spinach and artichoke dip. We've got to try it!
Keep Calm and Fanny On says
Yum, looks sensationally retro!
Kavey says
I've never come across the spinach artichoke combo before but it does sound (and look) good. Love that retro serving in a bread bowl thing, it's super cool!
Preethi'scuisine says
Looks tempting.. Lovely share. Thank you.
markr356 says
This looks really good. I love the versatility of artichoke. Good photos too.
recipesfromapantry says
The Multicooker Redmond is the bees knees right. I so love using mine and yes bring back the bread bowl.
fashionmommywm says
I am so tempted by this, a huge fan of Spinach, this would be great for Christmas.
littlesunnykitchen says
I love artichokes and spinach! Must be very tasty... And the multicooker sounds very useful!
Emily says
Fab idea! I had artichoke on bruschetta in Rome and have since made it as I loved it so much xx
Elizabeth says
By the sounds of it you went to way much cooler grown up parties than I ever did! 😉 What a fantastic recipe - I just want to jump into the photos and start eating!
| My Make Up Life | says
That looks so good! Your pictures make it so yummy