Best 7 Artichoke Surprise Dip Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of culinary wonders, where tantalizing tastes await your palate! Prepare to embark on a delightful journey as we unravel the secrets behind Artichoke Surprise Dip, a dish that promises to captivate your senses.

This extraordinary dip is the epitome of culinary artistry, where creamy cheese embraces the vibrant flavors of artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and a symphony of herbs. Its versatility knows no bounds, as it effortlessly transforms into a luscious spread, a tempting appetizer, or an elegant party centerpiece. Whether you seek a quick and effortless snack or a showstopping dish to impress your guests, Artichoke Surprise Dip stands ready to fulfill your every desire.

Step into our culinary haven and uncover the magic behind this delectable creation. Discover the perfect balance of ingredients, the secrets of achieving the ideal consistency, and the art of garnishing that elevates this dip to a masterpiece. We'll guide you through two irresistible variations: the classic Artichoke Surprise Dip, bursting with the goodness of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese, and the tantalizing Spinach Artichoke Dip, where fresh spinach adds a vibrant green hue and an extra layer of flavor.

Get ready to indulge in a culinary symphony that will leave you craving more. Artichoke Surprise Dip awaits your culinary prowess, promising an explosion of flavors that will make your taste buds dance with delight. So don your apron, gather your ingredients, and embark on this culinary adventure where every bite is a surprise and every moment is a celebration of taste.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP



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This is our best version of the classic party dip. It's savory and creamy with a slight tang from sour cream and Parmesan -- so hard to resist. We like to use frozen whole leaf spinach and chop it ourselves for more control over the finished texture of the dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 6 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, grated
One 10-ounce box frozen leaf spinach, thawed, drained, squeezed dry and coarsely chopped (see Cook's Note)
One 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained well and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup shredded whole-milk mozzarella
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Crackers, chips or toasted bread, for serving

Steps:

  • Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Spray a 1-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Put the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and garlic in a large bowl. Mix vigorously until combined and smooth. (If you prefer, you can use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.) Add the spinach to the cream cheese mixture, breaking it up as you add it. Add the artichokes, mozzarella and 1/2 cup of the Parmesan, mixing to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake until the dip begins to bubble, 20 to 25 minutes. Turn the oven to broil and continue to cook, keeping an eye on it so it doesn't burn, until the top is golden brown, about 5 minutes. Serve warm with crackers, chips or toasted bread.

SIMPLE ARTICHOKE DIP



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Serve with sliced baguettes or pita chips.

Provided by Dawn

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine the artichoke hearts, mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese and mix well. Spread mixture in a 9x13-inch baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.3 calories, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 561.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

ALMOST-FAMOUS SPINACH-ARTICHOKE DIP



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Houston's hugely popular spinach-and-artichoke appetizer wasn't always such a crowd pleaser. It started as a lowly side dish in the mid '80s, after Houston's first opened in Nashville, and it came dangerously close to disappearing from the menu altogether until chefs at the restaurant's Chicago outpost noticed customers ordering it with chips and eating it like a dip. The chefs tweaked founder George Biel's recipe and gave it a snappy name, Chicago- Style Spinach Dip, and it became an instant hit. Some fans, like Isabel Mondejo from Orlando, FL, can't get enough of it and wrote to us asking for the recipe. The company wouldn't divulge its secrets, so the chefs in Food Network Kitchens created this perfect imitation.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Kosher salt
2 10-ounce bags spinach, stems removed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/4 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup sour cream, plus more for serving
1/2 cup shredded white sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup frozen artichoke hearts, thawed, squeezed dry and roughly chopped
Tortilla chips and salsa, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Stir in the spinach and cook until bright green, about 30 seconds. Drain and rinse under cold water; squeeze out the excess moisture, then finely chop.
  • Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook until the onion is soft, about 2 minutes. Add the flour and cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Whisk in the milk and cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan and sour cream.
  • Return the pot to medium heat. Add the spinach, cheddar and artichokes and stir until the cheese melts and the dip is heated through. Serve warm with tortilla chips, salsa and sour cream.

ARTICHOKE DIP



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Crackers make great dippers for this artichoke dip recipe. Chips and breadsticks work well, too. It's become the traditional introduction to our family's Christmas Eve dinner. -Mrs. William Garner, Austin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 to 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove, minced
Dash hot pepper sauce
Paprika, optional
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the artichokes, mayonnaise, Parmesan, garlic and pepper sauce. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika if desired. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until top is lightly browned. Serve warm with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOT ARTICHOKE AND SPINACH DIP II



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This dip is amazing -- so cheesy and fragrant. If you don't like artichokes, don't worry -- you'll never know they're in there! My only question is: Is it okay to just eat it with a spoon right out of the dish?

Provided by TIFFANY BRENNAN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup grated Romano cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon garlic salt
salt and pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
½ cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a small baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper. Gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top with mozzarella cheese. Bake in the preheated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 315.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

ARTICHOKE DIP



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Nothing pleases party guests like a hot artichoke dip. We upgraded our recipe by adding extra veggies and subtracting the extra fat so you can scoop up this indulgence guilt-free.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cans (14 ounces each) artichoke hearts in water, rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped
1 scallion, minced, plus more for garnish
Crudites (such as raw pepper wedges) or whole-wheat pita chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. In a food processor, place half the artichokes, the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup Parmesan, lemon juice, and garlic. Process until smooth.
  • Add scallion and remaining artichokes; pulse once to combine. Transfer mixture to a 1-quart baking dish. Top with remaining tablespoon Parmesan.
  • Bake until golden and bubbling, 30 to 35 minutes. Garnish with scallion, and serve with crudites or pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 4 g

ARTICHOKE SURPRISE DIP RECIPE



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Provided by joanriley

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lg. can artichoke hearts (16 ozs.)
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Dash Tabasco & Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Drain and chop artichokes coarsely. Mix with remaining ingredients and put in oven-proof dish. Bake until hot. Serve with Melba toast or crackers. Serves 12

Tips:

  • Choose fresh artichokes: Look for artichokes that are heavy for their size, with tightly closed leaves and no signs of bruising or wilting.
  • Handle artichokes with care: Artichokes can be delicate, so handle them gently to avoid bruising or breaking the leaves.
  • Trim the artichokes properly: Before cooking, trim the artichoke stems and remove the tough outer leaves, leaving only the tender inner leaves and the heart.
  • Cook the artichokes until tender: Artichokes can be cooked in a variety of ways, but they should always be cooked until tender before using them in a dip.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: This recipe calls for a combination of cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese, but you can use any type of cheese that you like.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Feel free to add your favorite seasonings to the dip, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Serve the dip warm: This dip is best served warm, so make sure to reheat it before serving if you are making it ahead of time.

Conclusion:

Artichoke Surprise Dip is a delicious and versatile appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own tastes. Whether you like it cheesy, garlicky, or spicy, this dip is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give Artichoke Surprise Dip a try. You won't be disappointed!

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