Description
Baked Garlic Bread Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties or cozy gatherings. This warm, flavorful dip blends cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, and minced garlic with Italian seasoning and a hint of red pepper flakes, baked until bubbly and golden. Served with toasted baguette slices or garlic bread, it’s an irresistible starter that satisfies savory cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For Serving
- Toasted baguette slices or garlic bread
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and smooth in texture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the dip mixture evenly into a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet, smoothing the top for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Bake until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the edges turn a light golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the dip from the oven, garnish with extra fresh parsley, and serve warm with toasted baguette slices or garlic bread for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, stir in chopped cooked bacon or caramelized onions before baking.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and baked just before serving.
- Works great as a filling for bread bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg