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Cold Spinach Dip

by Jennifer Debth December 14, 2022
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5 from 1 vote
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This cold Spinach Dip is a crowd favorite for a reason! This party dip is ultra creamy, easy to make, and even easier to eat.

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I had never had spinach dip until I met Trevor! He grew up eating it for almost every holiday and now I totally understand why. It’s rich, creamy, and pairs perfectly with all my favorite holiday carbs: Hawaiian rolls, pretzels, and crackers.

Ingredients

  • Sour Cream and Cream Cheese – the base for our dip. Sour cream adds a tangy flavor while also keeping the dip from becoming too thick. Cream cheese adds a rich flavor and fluffy texture. Full-fat varieties are used for both, but feel free to use a lower fat variety if preferred. Want to lighten it up more? Try using greek yogurt to replace the sour cream.
  • Worcestershire Sauce – a slightly sour, sweet, and savory sauce used to flavor the dip. If Worcestershire sauce isn’t available, replace with soy sauce and sugar.
  • Spices: Salt, Onion Powder, Paprika, Garlic Powder, and Pepper – this combination of spices is meant to replicate the Knorr Leek Soup Mix that is often used in spinach dip recipes. Personally, I can never find that soup mix at the store and I like that I can control the amount of spices used when using a homemade spice blend. However, if you’d like, feel free to replace the listed spices for 1 (1.8 oz) packet Knorr Leek Soup Mix. Taste and re-season, if necessary.
  • Spinach – cook 1 (8 oz) package frozen chopped spinach according to box directions, then thoroughly drain for the best results. Fresh spinach that has been chopped and sautéed may also be used.
  • Water Chestnuts – crunchy, mild flavored vegetables. You’ll need 1 (8 oz) can that has been drained and chopped. Feel free to omit, but they add an amazing crispy texture and don’t contribute much to the overall flavor of the dish.
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How to make

  1. Use a hand mixer to mix sour cream, cream cheese, worcestershire sauce, salt, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper together in a large bowl, then stir in the spinach and water chestnuts.
  2. Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or bread, or place in the fridge to chill.
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Tips and variations

  • Use room temperature cream cheese and sour cream. Using room temperature ingredients makes for an ultra smooth and creamy dip. Cold cream cheese will likely result in a clumpy texture.
  • Drain the spinach. Remove as much moisture from the cooked spinach as possible to avoid a watery dip. I’ve found the easiest way to do this is to dump the spinach into a fine mesh sieve and use a rubber spatula to press out the water.
  • Make it in advance. While this spinach dip can be served immediately, the flavor gets better as it chills in the fridge. I love making this the day before serving.
  • Lighten it up. Use a light cream cheese/sour cream or replace the sour cream with greek yogurt.
  • Use fresh spinach. If frozen spinach isn’t available, fresh will be fine. Simply remove and discard all the stems, roughly chop the leaves, then sauté in a little oil until tender. Cool, squeeze out any excess moisture, then proceed with the recipe as written.
  • Make it spicy. Throw in some red pepper flakes and/or cayenne for a spicy kick!
  • Add artichokes. Drain and roughly chop 1 (14 oz) can artichoke hearts. You’ll likely need to add additional seasonings, so be sure to taste and re-season before serving.

What to eat with spinach dip?

Whether you want something crunchy, carby, or fresh and crispy, spinach dip is great served with a variety of vessels.

  • Hawaiian Bread (Trevor’s favorite!)
  • Crackers
  • Tortilla Chips
  • Pita: Chips or Fresh
  • Fresh Vegetables: Carrots, Celery, etc.
  • Toasted Baguette
  • Pretzel Crisps
Pro tip
You could even serve this dip in a bread bowl for a fun presentation!

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How to store

Leftovers will last in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended.

– Jennifer

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Spinach Dip

5 from 1 vote
This cold Spinach Dip is a crowd favorite for a reason! This party dip is ultra creamy, easy to make, and even easier to eat.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Yield: 16 people
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Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 oz) container sour cream room temperature
  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese softened to room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (8 oz) box frozen chopped spinach cooked according to box directions, then thoroughly drained and dried
  • 1 (8 oz) can water chestnuts drained and chopped
  • Hawaiian Bread, Crackers, Chips, Vegetables, etc. for serving

Instructions

  • Place sour cream, cream cheese, worcestershire sauce, salt, onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper into a large bowl, then use a hand mixer to beat until combined.
  • Gently stir in the spinach and water chestnuts, then taste and re-season, if necessary.
  • Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or bread, or place in the fridge to chill (preferred way to serve) until ready to eat.
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STORING
Room Temp:2 Hours
Refrigerator:3 Days
Freezer:N/A
Reheat:N/A
*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

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Nutrition Information

Nutrition Facts
Spinach Dip
Amount Per Serving (1 scoop)
Calories 94 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 23mg8%
Sodium 216mg9%
Potassium 122mg3%
Carbohydrates 5g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1973IU39%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 49mg5%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

Keywords: cold dip, holiday appetizer, party dip, spinach dip with cream cheese, spinach dip without mayo
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Author: Jennifer Debth

Filed Under: Appetizers & Snacks, Gluten Free, Recipes, Vegetarian

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  1. Michele

    Canada

    December 19, 2022 at 12:27 pm

    What is Hawaiian bread?
    Reply
    • Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy

      December 19, 2022 at 1:11 pm

      A type of sweet, fluffy dinner roll found in the grocery store! Look in the bread aisle… King’s is the most popular bread!
  2. Anonymous

    Valparaiso, Indiana

    December 15, 2022 at 6:00 pm

    5 stars
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