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Spinach Dip Cheese Crisps

Crunchy, portable cheese crisps filled with creamy spinach dip flavors, perfect for a low-carb snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Core Ingredients
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese About 4 oz / 115g
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese About 2 oz / 55g
  • 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and very thoroughly squeezed dry About 3 oz before squeezing
  • 3 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature About 85g
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced Or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • pinch red pepper flakes Optional
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat for lining
Optional Upgrades
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped canned artichoke hearts For a full spinach artichoke experience
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream Makes the filling extra creamy
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika For a subtle smoky note
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped For garnish
  • Ranch dressing or sour cream on the side for dipping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat completely.
  2. Prepare the spinach filling: Thaw the frozen spinach completely and squeeze it dry.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the dry spinach with cream cheese, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese together evenly.
  5. Drop small mounds of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten each mound.
  6. Add a small dollop of the spinach filling in the center of each cheese mound.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, checking at 11 minutes for doneness.
  2. Transfer the crisps to a wire cooling rack immediately after removing from the oven.
Serving
  1. Arrange the Spinach Dip Cheese Crisps on a serving board or plate, garnishing as desired.
  2. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

Squeeze the spinach thoroughly to avoid soggy crisps. Best eaten fresh.