This Pumpernickel Spinach Dip is a creamy and irresistible appetizer that will impress your guests. The combination of tangy cream cheese, savory spinach, and flavorful pumpernickel bread creates a delicious dip that is perfect for parties or gatherings. Serve it warm and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 round loaf of pumpernickel bread
- Assorted vegetables, crackers, or pumpernickel bread for serving
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, spinach, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Cut the top off the round loaf of pumpernickel bread and hollow out the center, creating a bread bowl.
- Fill the bread bowl with the spinach dip mixture.
- Wrap the filled bread bowl in aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Remove the foil from the bread bowl and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve the pumpernickel spinach dip warm, with assorted vegetables, crackers, or additional pumpernickel bread for dipping.
Interesting Facts
Pumpernickel bread is a dark and dense German bread that adds a unique flavor to this dip.
Spinach is packed with vitamins and minerals, making this dip a healthier choice.
You can make the dip ahead of time and refrigerate it until you are ready to bake and serve.