This creamy Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip is ready in minutes, perfect for a crowd and so delicious you’ll make it on repeat!
The top 3 appetizers to bring to a party are pigs in a blanket, spinach artichoke dip and deviled eggs. They’re always the first to disappear, crowd favorites every single time and easy to transport.
There are many ways you can make spinach artichoke dip from baking it in the oven to cooking it on the stovetop or in a slow cooker but when you are in a pinch, the Instant Pot is a lifesaver and gets it done in about 15 minutes. No thawing, no chopping and no complicated prep work. Just toss everything into the pressure cooker and let it do all the work for you.
Serve it with crackers, sliced bread, tortilla chips or fresh veggies and you have the perfect appetizer for potlucks, game days, holiday gatherings and parties.
If you love this recipe, try my other party dips like 5 layer taco dip and Rotel sausage dip.
Recipe Snapshot
- Skill level: Easy
- Prep time: 3 minutes
- Cook time: 8 minutes
- Servings: 4 cups
- Best for: Potlucks, game day, parties, gatherings
- Diet friendly: Gluten-free, low-carb, keto friendly
- Make ahead: Yes
- Reheat well: Yes
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Ingredients
- Round loaf bread: This is optional to serve dip in
- Cream cheese: Full fat for the best creamy texture
- Artichokes: bagged, frozen
- Spinach: bagged, frozen
- Italian cheese blend: can use any other kinds of cheese or blends
- Will also need: minced garlic, sour cream, salt and pepper
Directions
1. Add cream cheese, minced garlic, sour cream, artichokes, and spinach to the Instant Pot.
2. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Place lid on and set to manual (high pressure) for 8 minutes.
4. Quick release the pressure once cooking is complete.
5. Stir until smooth and creamy.
6. Mix in the Italian blend cheese until melted and fully combined.
7. Slice the top off the round loaf of bread and carefully carve out the center to create a bread bowl.
8. Spoon the warm dip into the bread bowl and serve immediately.
Helpful Tips
- If using frozen spinach and artichokes, there is no need to thaw first, the Instant Pot will take care of that.
- For extra cheesy dip, add in additional cheese like mozzarella or parmesan.
- Want a little heat? Add in diced jalapenos or red pepper flakes.
- If dip is too thick, add in a splash of milk until desired consistency is reached.
Storing Leftovers & Reheating
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave in 30 second intervals stirring between each until warmed through. You can also reheat in a small saucepan over low heat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, fresh spinach also works great. Just chop it up and add to the Instant Pot.
Absolutely! Prepare and cook the dip and refrigerate. Reheat before serving and stir well to restore the creamy texture.
Of course! Serve it in bowl with crackers, baguette slices or vegetables on the side.
Yes, but make sure not fill the Instant Pot past the max fill line. You may need a bigger Instant Pot.
Recipe
Instant Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip
Ingredients
- 1 Round loaf bread
- 8 oz. cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 4 oz. Italian blend cheese
- 8 oz. sour cream
- 12 oz. bag artichokes
- 12 oz. bag spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add cream cheese, minced garlic, sour cream, artichokes, and spinach to the Instant Pot.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Place lid on and set to manual (high pressure) for 8 minutes.
- Quick release the pressure once cooking is complete.
- Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the Italian blend cheese until melted and fully combined.
- Slice the top off the round loaf of bread and carefully carve out the center to create a bread bowl.
- Spoon the warm dip into the bread bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- If using frozen spinach and artichokes, there is no need to thaw first, the Instant Pot will take care of that.
- For extra cheesy dip, add in additional cheese like mozzarella or parmesan.
- Want a little heat? Add in diced jalapenos or red pepper flakes.
- If dip is too thick, add in a splash of milk until desired consistency is reached.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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