Description
Festive spinach artichoke dip pull-apart christmas bread brings holiday magic to your table. Warm cheesy layers melt together, creating a crowd-pleasing centerpiece you’ll savor with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained & chopped
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F (190°C) and thoroughly coat a bundt pan with cooking spray.
- Create a creamy base by whisking cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until perfectly smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold in shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, chopped spinach, and diced artichokes, ensuring even distribution of ingredients throughout the mixture.
- On a lightly floured surface, stretch pizza dough and slice into uniform 2-inch squares, providing consistent portions for filling.
- Spoon a generous dollop of the spinach-artichoke mixture into the center of each dough square, carefully gathering and pinching edges to form compact, sealed dough balls.
- Strategically layer the filled dough balls inside the bundt pan, creating an attractive and cohesive arrangement.
- Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the bread achieves a rich, golden-brown exterior.
- Allow the bread to rest and cool slightly before inverting onto a serving plate, enhancing structural integrity.
- Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top for a vibrant garnish and serve while still warm for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smoother mixing and easier blending with other ingredients.
- Use fresh spinach instead of frozen for a crispier texture and brighter green color in the dip.
- Drain artichokes thoroughly to prevent excess moisture from making the bread soggy during baking.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute pizza dough with gluten-free bread dough or cauliflower-based dough alternatives.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg