why is my spinach artichoke dip watery

Classic Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is oven-baked with freshly cooked spinach, artichokes, and tons of gooey, melted cheese. This timeless dip is made with simple ingredients and is a hit at every party!

Make sure to thoroughly drain both the frozen chopped spinach and the canned artichoke hearts. Excess moisture can make the dip watery and affect its texture. So really take your time here, folks! You want to try and get as much of that water squeezed out as you can!
why is my spinach artichoke dip watery

What to Serve with Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip

My favorite thing to serve with Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip is baguette pieces or crostini.

To make crostini, slice up baguette into ½-inch slices. Place the rounds on a baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil. Bake in 400°F oven until the bread just starts to get a nice golden brown.

You can also serve with

  • Garlic bread
  • Butter crackers
  • Tortilla chips
  • Pretzels or pretzel chips
  • Soft baked pretzels

Can I Make it Ahead of Time?

Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip can definitely be made ahead of time!

The easiest way to do this is to prepare the entire recipe, but stop before baking. Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve, up to 2 days. Then bake at 350°F for 35 minutes, or until hot and bubbly (the extra 10 minutes here will account for the dish and dip being cold from the refrigerator).

This Epic Spinach Dip Recipe Is Quick, Easy, and Delicious!

FAQ

How do you fix watery spinach dip?

If your spinach dip is watery, thin, or separated: What is this? Give it a good stir. Then add a bit more cream cheese (or even some finely shredded cheese) to bring it back to life.

Why is my spinach dip too thick on the stove?

If your spinach dip is to thick, then you may need to add some liquid to it. But you have to add the right liquid. Since milk is already part of the ingredients, it would a great liquid to add in a little to change the consistency. I like to add in about a tablespoon at a time to thin out the texture.

Why did my artichoke dip separate?

Why did my artichoke dip separate? The artichoke dip may separate if it’s cooked at too high or too low of a temperature. Keep the oven temp at 375 degrees while it bakes for 20-30 minutes. Also, make sure you shred your cheese from a block to avoid excessive starch from pre-shredded varieties.

Why is my spinach dip separating?

Cheese: The dip’s consistency depends heavily on the blend of cheeses used, such as cream cheese, parmesan cheese, and mozzarella. Adding extra cheese might be necessary if one notices separation after the dip has been initially refrigerated.

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