This Knorr spinach dip is a classic party dip that is thick, creamy and flavorful. It’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer that is easy to make then best served cold in a bread bowl!
Classic Knorr Spinach Dip
You won’t find an easier dip to make than this original Knorr spinach dip recipe! Just like my dill pickle dip recipe and bacon cheddar ranch dip it’s an easy cold party dip to throw together and even more impressive when served in a bread bowl.
Why I Love This Recipe
- This thick and creamy easy spinach dip is perfect for dipping chips, pretzels, crackers, and veggies!
- It’s a crowd pleasing appetizer for holiday parties and game days and can be made ahead of time!
Ingredient Notes
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Spinach: Frozen spinach needs to be cooked and drained really well. This will avoid the spinach dip from becoming too watery.
- Sour cream: Adds creaminess and taste with the spinach. For best taste stick to full fat sour cream.
- Mayo: This has a flavor and a creamy texture that blends well with other ingredients.
- Knorr vegetable mix: Here is the key ingredient to making this spinach dip even better! Find Knorr vegetable recipe mix easily at any store usually near the soup aisle.
- Water chestnuts: Drain and chop up the chestnuts. These are an extra added texture and crunch into each bite.
- Green onions: Slice thin and add to the mix for a hint of spice.
- Bread bowl: I love serving this cold spinach dip in a bread bowl and using the extra bread to dip it in. A round loaf of sourdough, country white or Italian bread.
How to Make Knorr Spinach Dip
Cook the spinach according to package directions and squeeze out excess water.
Add mayonnaise, sour cream, and chopped spinach along with all other ingredients into a medium bowl. Mix to combine and season to taste.
Place in the fridge to chill for a minimum of 1 hour.
Add cold spinach dip recipe into cut out bread bowl. Slice bread and add around the outside of the bowl.
Tips and Variations
- Fresh or frozen spinach. Whether you’re using fresh or frozen (freezer section by the veggies), cooked spinach produces a lot of water. Make sure to drain it and squeeze out as much as possible.
- Lighter: While sour cream is my preference, you could add Greek yogurt instead for a 1:1 substitute that is still smooth and creamy. Light mayonnaise could be used, too.
- Add additional flavor: A dash or Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes or even a pinch of nutmeg add flavor.
- Artichokes: If you love my easy baked spinach artichoke dip just stir in a can of drained and chopped artichokes to this cold spinach dip.
- Cheese: If you’d like, you can also sprinkle in freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
- A different seasoning mix. If you can’t get your hands on Knorr vegetable mix, substitute for a dry package of leek soup mix or a ranch seasoning packet.
Serving Suggestions
- Hollow out a round loaf of French bread (or bread of choice), cutting a large circle around the top of the bread. Remove the inner bread pieces and pour dip into hollowed-out loaf just before serving.
- Arrange pieces of bread around the middle of the bread bowl.
- A veggie platter that includes lots of raw veggies. This can include cucumber slices, broccoli florets, bell peppers, carrots, and celery.
- Have a basket of assorted crackers and chips too!
Make Ahead and Storage
- Make ahead: Classic Knorr spinach dip tastes best when it has been chilled for at least 1 hour before serving. The longer it sits the better the flavors marry, so even making 24 hours ahead of time is great. Store covered in the fridge until serving.
- Store: This cold spinach dip will last about 1 week in the refrigerator. Store in an airtight container. When ready to enjoy, spoon out as needed. If using a bread bowl, remove from the bowl before storing.
For more nostalgic party dips try slow cooker spinach artichoke dip, French onion dip and this classic cheese ball recipe.
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Knorr Spinach Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces frozen spinach , cooked and well drained (see note)
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 cup mayo
- 1.8 ounce packet Knorr Vegetable Mix
- 8 ounces water chestnuts , drained and chopped (optional)
- 2 to 4 green onions , sliced thin
- pinch salt and pepper
- sourdough or bread bowl , for serving (optional)
For servings: baguette (sliced), carrots and celery
Instructions
- Cook and drain spinach. Cook 8 ounces spinach according to package directions on the stove. Allow to cool and squeeze it dry in a cheese cloth or paper towel.
- Combine and chill. Combine 16 ounces sour cream, 1 cup mayo, 1 packet Knorr vegetable mix, 8 ounces water chestnuts, 2-4 green onions and cooked spinach in a medium size bowl. Mix until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for 1 hour (up to overnight) to allow the flavors to come out.
- Hollow out bread. When ready to serve, hollow out the center of the bread bowl by cutting a large circle along the top of the bread.
- Add sliced bread to platter for dipping. Remove the bread from the center and slice into smaller pieces to use for dipping.
- Place dip in bread bowl. Place dip inside of the bread bowl when you're ready to serve.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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Categorized as: American, Appetizers, Dips, Nut-Free, Super Bowl, Vegetarian
Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
I used to make this dip years ago and forgot what an easy and delicious dip it is. I like it more spinachy so I use 1.5 cup of sour cream and .5 cup mayo. Always good to let it sit in the fridge before putting in the bread.
This is a flavorful dip! Knorr spinach dip is a creamy dip that makes a good appetizer. My family loves it! Thanks Jamielyn for this wonderful recipe.
This was perfect for our party! So simple and delicious! Thank you!
Glad the spinach dip was a hit! :)
Was easy to fix and tasted awsome! thx William
So glad you enjoyed the spinach dip!
I love this dip! Can’t find the Hawaiian bread bowl anymore even looked on their Website! I also use canned spinach instead of frozen and it works as good!
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing knorr spinach dip recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
This is my families favorite dip! I have made it many times and it always comes out great!
This was a hit! I actually like that you are suppose to make it ahead of time to chill. It worked out perfectly since I had an appetizer ready before my dinner party. The dip was perfect with chips and veggies!