Spinach and Artichoke Dip Cups Recipe
These Spinach and Artichoke Dip Cups are a delightful appetizer featuring a creamy mixture of spinach, artichokes, and cheeses baked inside crispy phyllo dough cups. Perfectly golden and bubbly, they make an irresistible party snack or starter.
- Author: Hannah
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 cups 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Phyllo Dough Cups
- 1/2 package phyllo dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Spinach and Artichoke Filling
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup chopped artichoke hearts
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip cups.
- Sauté Spinach: Chop fresh spinach and sauté in a pan over medium heat until wilted, then set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix Filling: In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, wilted spinach, and chopped artichoke hearts. Season with salt and pepper, mixing until a uniform creamy mixture forms.
- Prepare Phyllo Cups: Lay out 4 to 5 sheets of phyllo dough, brushing each sheet lightly with olive oil to ensure crispiness and prevent drying. Cut the layered phyllo into squares that fit into a muffin tin.
- Assemble: Press each phyllo square into the muffin tin cups to form small cups and spoon the prepared spinach and artichoke mixture evenly into each phyllo cup.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the phyllo cups are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cups to cool slightly in the muffin tin before carefully removing and serving warm as a delicious appetizer.
Notes
- Handle phyllo dough carefully as it dries out quickly; cover unused sheets with a damp towel.
- For extra crispiness, brush some olive oil on top of the filled cups before baking.
- These cups can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a tangier taste and a lighter option.
- Ensure spinach is well drained after sautéing to avoid soggy phyllo cups.
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