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Creamy spinach artichoke dip in a slow cooker. Perfect for game day or parties.

Why you should make spinach artichoke dip from scratch

f you’ve ever looked at the back of a store-bought dip container, the ingredient list can be a bit scary. By making this easy slow cooker appetizer at home, you know exactly what’s going into your body. With only 8 simple ingredients, this recipe has less than half the additives of even the “healthier” store-bought versions!

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Plus, it’s a massive money-saver. On our homestead, we strive to make as much as possible from scratch to stretch our budget. I once showed my husband a tiny spoonful of this dip while stirring and told him, “This one bite would cost $7 at the store!” Making it yourself isn’t just healthier; it’s just plain smart.

Making this dip is just the tip of the iceberg for us. On our homestead, we’ve found that making things from scratch is the secret to staying on budget. In fact, we’ve replaced over 20 store-bought staples—from bread to laundry detergent—with homemade versions! Check out the full list of what we don’t buy here.

Tips for the perfect creamy texture

To get that foolproof, velvety consistency, I have one simple trick: Melt as you prep. I add the cubed cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheeses to the slow cooker on Low heat immediately. While those start to soften, I dice my vegetables. By the time the veggies are ready, the base is creamy and smooth, making it so much easier to fold in the artichoke hearts and fresh spinach without any clumps.

Ingredients for the best spinach artichoke dip

Cream cheese
Sour cream
Fresh spinach – Make sure to use fresh, not frozen spinach. Frozen spinach will have too much moisture.
Artichoke hearts – I buy these canned and drain them well.
Garlic, minced – I recommend using the OXO garlic press for perfectly minced garlic.
Onion
Mozzarella cheese – I cheat and buy shredded, you could grate your own so it melts better. I recommend using one of these fun rotary cheese graters.
Parmesan cheese – Use a good quality parmesan, not the stuff in the green can!

How to use leftover spinach artichoke dip

This recipe makes enough for a crowd. I recommend using the leftovers to make paninis, or add to a simple one pot pasta and chicken dish for a decadent and simple weeknight dinner.

What to serve with spinach artichoke dip

This dip is great served with tortilla chips, or if you’re trying to pretend to be a healthy adult it’s wonderful with raw carrots and broccoli. One of our favorite restaurants serves their spinach artichoke dip with homemade tortilla chips, carrots and broccoli and it’s so good (and feels extra fancy)!

Slowcooker Spinach Artichoke Dip

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 4

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

16 ounces cream cheese
2 cups sour cream
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese
1 onion
8 cloves of garlic
1 6 ounces of fresh spinach
2 13 ounce cans of artichoke hearts, drained
salt and pepper to taste

Method

Cut the cream cheese into small chunks. Add cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and parmesan to a medium slowcooker on low heat.
Meanwhile mince garlic and onion, stir into the cream cheese/sour cream mixture.
Dice the drained artichoke hearts and spinach.
Once the cream cheese/sour cream mixture is easy to stir and there are no longer big chunks of sour cream add in salt and pepper to taste, then gradually stir in your artichokes and spinach.
Heat on low for 2-3 hours stirring occasionally. Switch to keep warm and you’re ready to serve.
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Shop This Post: My Kitchen Favorites

To make this recipe even easier, here are the three tools I swear by in my own kitchen:

Rotary Cheese Grater: If you want the ultimate melt, grate your own mozzarella! This rotary grater is actually fun to use and much faster than a traditional box grater. Plus, it comes in a ton of cute colors.

Ninja Foodi PossibleCooker PRO: This is my go-to for dips because the heat is incredibly even, preventing the cheese from burning around the edges.

OXO Good Grips Garlic Press: For the best flavor, you need fresh garlic. This press makes mincing effortless and stays easy on your hands.

More Favorites

If you enjoyed this recipe, you might also like these other family-friendly recipes from the blog:

Easy One-Pan Cheesy Tex-Mex Skillet (30-Minute Meal) A quick weeknight dinner that even the pickiest eaters will love.

Cheesy Funeral Potatoes (Made with Fresh Real Potatoes) A recipe that’s great for a crowd. It gets it’s name because it’s famous at Midwest funerals and other gatherings in church basements.

Final Thoughts

Give it a try for your next gathering and see if it earns a permanent spot on your rotation! If you love it, (you will) let me know in the comments below! Want more free recipes sent to your inbox monthly? Join the farm fam!

What kind of gathering are you making this for? Game day? Book club? A random Tuesday night? Let me know in the comments below!