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Spinach & Artichoke Dip with Pull-Apart Rolls

A delightful appetizer that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with earthy flavors of spinach and artichokes. Perfect for gatherings and game days, this dish is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil plus more for brushing
  • 1 package frozen chopped spinach (10 oz/283 gram)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 block (8 oz/227 gram) cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella (6 oz/170 grams)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (120 grams)
  • 1 Tbsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp freshly grated lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
  • 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 can (14 oz/396 gram) artichoke hearts, drained
For the Pull-Apart Rolls
  • 1 lb store-bought pizza dough, at room temperature
  • All-purpose flour for dusting
  • 2 Tbsp finely grated Parmesan cheese

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add frozen spinach and minced garlic, cooking until the spinach is defrosted and the liquid has evaporated, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a food processor, add cream cheese, mozzarella, sour cream, oregano, lemon zest, and crushed red pepper. Pulse until smooth.
  4. Add the cooked spinach and artichokes to the processor. Pulse until combined but chunky. Taste and season if needed.
  5. Brush the skillet with olive oil. On a lightly floured surface, cut the pizza dough into 16 pieces, roll them into balls, and place them in a ring in the skillet.
  6. Brush the dough balls with olive oil and sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the rolls are golden and the dip is bubbling. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. You can adjust the amount of crushed red pepper depending on your spice preference. If you prefer fresh spinach, use about 2 cups of fresh spinach instead of frozen. Just cook it down until wilted before adding it to the dip. For a twist, try adding cooked and crumbled bacon or swap mozzarella for different cheeses like gouda or cheddar.