Description
Baked Garlic Bread Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Combining cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, mozzarella, and Parmesan with garlic and herbs, this warm dip is baked until bubbly and golden, served with sliced baguette or Italian bread for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
For Serving
- 1 French baguette or Italian bread, sliced (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the dip.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add Cheeses and Seasonings: Incorporate shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley into the mixture. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Spread in Baking Dish: Transfer the combined mixture into a small baking dish or oven-safe skillet. Smooth the top evenly to prepare for baking.
- Bake the Dip: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Let the dip cool slightly to thicken before serving. Serve warm alongside sliced and toasted baguette or Italian bread for dipping.
Notes
- For a spicy twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip mixture before baking.
- This dip also pairs well with crackers or fresh vegetables as dipping options.
- You can prepare this dip ahead of time and refrigerate it; if baking cold, add 5 extra minutes to the baking time.
