Paula Deen’s Artichoke Dip Recipe
Paula Deen’s Artichoke Dip Recipe is creamy, cheesy, warm and full of rich flavor. This easy appetizer is perfect for parties, holidays, and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 can artichoke hearts 14 ounces, drained
- 2 green onions finely sliced
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Crackers toasted bread, or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a small baking dish with cooking spray or butter. This helps prevent sticking and makes serving easier.
Prepare the Artichokes
- Drain the artichoke hearts very well. Pat them dry with paper towels. Chop them into small pieces, keeping some texture for the finished dip.
Soften the Cream Cheese
- Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Beat it until smooth and creamy. This step helps create a silky dip without large cream cheese lumps.
Add the Creamy Ingredients
- Add mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix everything until the ingredients are evenly combined and creamy.
Add the Artichokes and Seasonings
- Fold in the chopped artichokes and green onions. Add Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Stir gently so the artichokes keep some texture.
Add the Mozzarella Cheese
- Stir in about three-quarters of the shredded mozzarella. Save the remaining cheese for the top. Mix until the cheese is spread evenly throughout the dip.
Transfer the Dip
- Spoon the mixture into your prepared baking dish. Spread the surface evenly with the back of a spoon. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella over the top.
Bake Until Golden
- Place the dish in the preheated oven. Bake for about 30 to 35 minutes. The dip should be hot, bubbly, and lightly golden around the edges.
Rest and Serve
- Remove the dip from the oven and let it rest for five minutes. Serve it warm with crackers, toasted bread, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- Always drain the artichokes well to prevent a watery dip.
- Let cream cheese soften before mixing for a smoother texture.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for stronger cheese flavor.
- Add more hot sauce for a spicy version.
- Add cooked chopped spinach for a spinach-artichoke variation.
- Try cheddar instead of some mozzarella for a sharper flavor.
- Add a little minced garlic for extra savory flavor.
- Do not overbake the dip, or it may become dry.
- Serve the dip warm for the creamiest texture.