Creamy, Cheesy, and Crowd-Pleasing – Prepare Your Dips in the Crock-Pot!
There’s something about a warm, creamy dip that feels like a hug, especially when it simmers away without fuss in the slow cooker. I first tried making this version during a late-spring get-together, where baked wings and a berry cobbler already occupied the oven. Out of necessity (and curiosity), I tossed everything into the slow cooker—and honestly, I’ve never looked back.
This dip is rich, velvety, and studded with tender bits of artichoke and spinach. Whether it’s for the holidays, game day, or just a laid-back evening with friends, this dip works year-round. And trust me, even if it’s not party season, there’s never a wrong time to whip this up.
So let’s start:
Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker bowl; there’s a lot of fresh spinach! Ensure the bowl has been misted on the inside beforehand with cooking spray.
and stir evenly until the mix is combined.
Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high for 2 hours
or until the dip is thoroughly warmed through and the cheese is melted.
Ready to taste, give the dip a good stir and season with extra salt and pepper if needed and more cheese.
Serve warm with chips, bread, pita crackers, or whatever dippers you’d like
Slow Cooker Spinach Artichoke Dip Ingredients List
Delicious Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe in Slow Cooker
Equipment
- slow cooker
- rubber spatula
- cutting board
- knife
- spoon
Ingredients
- 1 10 oz. bag of fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 13.75 oz. can of quartered artichoke hearts, chopped and drained
- 1 8 ounce brick low-fat cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup light sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup finely chopped white or red onion
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ tsp. salt
Instructions
Grease the Bowl:
- Give your slow cooker a quick spritz with cooking spray so nothing sticks.
Pile It In:
- Add all your ingredients to the bowl—yes, even that mountain of fresh spinach that looks like it’ll never fit (don’t worry, it wilts beautifully).
Mix Gently:
- Use a spoon or spatula to gently combine everything. It doesn't have to be perfect; things will melt and blend as they cook.
Set It & Forget It:
- Cook on Low for 3–4 hours, or on High for about 2 hours. You’re aiming for fully melted cheese and hot, gooey goodness throughout.
Final Stir:
- Just before serving, give it a good stir to bring all the melted textures together. Taste it. Add salt, pepper, or heck, more Parmesan if you're feeling bold.
Serve Hot:
- Scoop it into a warm bowl and surround it with dippers: pita chips, crusty bread, tortilla chips... even veggies if you're balancing out the cheese.
Why I love this one
Growing up, my mom used to make a baked spinach dip that she served in a hollowed-out bread bowl. I adored it, but I never had the patience for the oven version myself. The slow cooker changed everything. I can prep it in 10 minutes, go about my day, and still show up to the party with something irresistible. Plus, no one’s hovering around the oven!
A Quick bit About Its Roots:
Spinach artichoke dip is a classic American appetizer that really hit its stride in the 1980s and ’90s. Originally an oven-baked dish, it often turned up in retro party books and TGI Friday’s menus alike. While it’s traditionally served during colder months or holiday gatherings, it’s equally great for a summer picnic or a Sunday brunch.
If this creamy, cozy dip wins over your crew like it did mine, be sure to share the recipe (and your variations. I love hearing how folks make it their own). Don’t forget to hit that like button if this made your snack table sing!
Inspired by Gimme Some Oven slow cooker spinach artichoke dip.