Description
This Baked Garlic Bread Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Made with a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, Parmesan, and fresh garlic, it bakes to a hot, bubbly perfection with golden edges. Serve it warm with toasted baguette slices, garlic bread, or breadsticks for an irresistible starter everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving
- Toasted baguette slices or breadsticks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to get it ready for baking the dip.
- Mix the base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add cheeses and seasonings: Stir in the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), chopped fresh parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly.
- Prepare to bake: Transfer this creamy mixture into a small baking dish or an oven-safe skillet, spreading it out evenly for uniform cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the dip is hot, bubbly, and has golden edges.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve warm alongside toasted baguette slices, garlic bread, or breadsticks.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in cooked crumbled bacon before baking.
- Try stirring in chopped spinach for a fresher twist.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving.
