Description
Indulge in this Garlic Bread Dip Recipe, a creamy and flavorful appetizer that combines roasted garlic and a rich blend of cheeses. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, this dip offers a warm, comforting experience that will have everyone coming back for more. With its gooey texture and mouthwatering aroma, serving this delightful dish alongside crunchy crostini or crispy crackers makes for an irresistible treat. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare, allowing you to spend quality time with your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 heads garlic
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 4 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Trim the tops of the garlic heads and drizzle with olive oil.
- Wrap the garlic in foil and roast for about 50 minutes until soft. Cool before handling.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
- Squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl and mash into a paste.
- Mix in cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, half of the parmesan, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread mixture into a baking dish and top with remaining parmesan.
- Bake for about 28 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm with crostini or crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg