Cheesy Spinach Dip

Experience the comfort of a restaurant-quality appetizer right from your kitchen with this delectable Cheesy Spinach Dip. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer, the melt-in-your-mouth blend of creamy cheeses and fresh spinach will have your guests reaching for more. This dish is ideal for any gathering and is best enjoyed hot with crispy tortilla chips.**
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Ingredients

🧄 1-2 tablespoons garlic butter
🥬 A handful of fresh spinach
🥬 Additional fresh spinach, chopped
🧀 Approximately half a container whipped cream cheese
🥄 Sour cream (quantity to taste)
🧀 A generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese
🧀 A generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese
🌿 Chef’s personal seasoning mix (your choice of favorite spices)
🌽 Tortilla chips (for serving)

Instructions

1- Melt the Garlic Butter:

Place garlic butter in a pot over medium heat until it is melted and fragrant.

2- Add Spinach:

Add a handful of fresh spinach to the pot and sauté until wilted.
Follow by adding the chopped spinach for texture and blend.

3- Incorporate Creamy Ingredients:

Mix in the whipped cream cheese and sour cream into the pot with the sautéed spinach.
Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

4- Blend in the Cheese:

Slowly add shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, reserving some for the topping.
Stir until the cheeses begin to melt into a silky mixture.

5- Season to Taste:

Introduce your chef’s personal seasoning mix into the pot, adjusting the flavor to your preference.

6- Transfer to Casserole Dish:

Spread the creamy spinach mixture into a casserole dish, creating an even layer.

7- Top with Cheese Layers:

Generously sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese followed by cheddar cheese over the top.

8- Air Fry to Perfection:

Place the casserole dish in the air fryer and cook until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
This usually takes about 5-10 minutes, but monitor closely.

9- Serve Hot:

Once cooked, remove carefully and serve the dip hot with crispy tortilla chips on the side.

Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
Total Time: 10-20 minutes
Servings: Approximately 4-6
Calories per Serving: ~250 (varies based on exact ingredient quantities)
Proteins: 8g
Fats: 20g
Carbohydrates: 4g (estimates)
Equipment: Pot, air fryer, casserole dish