Description
Garlic bread dip elevates comfort classics with creamy, herbed cheese blended into a rich appetizer. Crusty bread and melted ingredients create an irresistible starter you’ll want to share at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups (170 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Serving and Garnish:
- 1 loaf French bread (for dipping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375F (190C) to prepare for baking the creamy garlic dip.
- Sizzle minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat until aromatic and lightly golden, releasing its rich flavor.
- Blend cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, the sauteed garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Carefully spread the mixture into an oven-safe dish, ensuring an even surface for consistent heating.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and bubbling edges that indicate perfect doneness.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley across the surface for a vibrant, herbal garnish.
- Serve immediately alongside crispy toasted French bread slices or crunchy crackers for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure cream cheese is softened at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Toast the French bread with olive oil and garlic for extra flavor depth and crunchiness.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat cream cheese with low-fat Greek yogurt and reduce cheese quantities.
- Customize the dip by adding chopped spinach, artichokes, or crispy bacon bits for varied texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg