Get ready to wow your taste buds with this irresistible Cheddar and Bacon Spinach Dip, the ultimate crowd-pleaser for parties, game days, or cozy nights in. Packed with savory flavor, this creamy, cheesy dip combines perfectly wilted fresh spinach, crispy crumbled bacon, and a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Each bite is elevated with the richness of sharp cheddar cheese and a medley of garlic, onion powder, and paprika. Baked to golden perfection, this easy-to-make, oven-hot appetizer is perfect for serving with crunchy crackers, toasted baguette slices, or crisp veggies. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dip brings bold flavors with minimal effort, making it a must-have recipe for entertaining or indulgent snacking.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and roughly chop it. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted. This should take about 3-4 minutes. Set it aside to cool slightly.
In the same skillet, cook the bacon slices over medium heat until crispy. Transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess grease. Once cooled, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until well blended and smooth.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Gently fold in the cooked spinach and crumbled bacon, ensuring they are distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to a medium-sized baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with the edges slightly golden.
Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the Cheddar and Bacon Spinach Dip warm with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Calories |
3408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 313.3 g | 402% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.2 g | 701% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 749 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 4707 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 98.9 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2321 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 848 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.