Creamy spinach cob loaf recipe with cream cheese, sour cream, and mozzarella—perfect for parties, potlucks, or family gatherings. This warm spinach dip is baked inside a crusty cob loaf and served with toasted bread and fresh vegetables. Easy to make, rich in flavor, and ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack.

A warm, cheesy spinach dip served in a crispy cob loaf – this crowd-pleasing appetizer is perfect for parties, potlucks, or cozy evenings in. The creamy filling combines sour cream, cream cheese, and mozzarella with the bold flavor of onion soup mix for a satisfying bite every time.

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Ingredients

For the Dip:

250g frozen spinach
125g sour cream
250g cream cheese
1 sachet (35g) onion soup mix
100g grated mozzarella
½ cup milk

For the Cob Loaf:

1 medium cob loaf

To Serve:

Raw sliced vegetables
Crackers (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 170°C (fan bake).
Prepare the spinach: Place the frozen spinach in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Transfer to a sieve and press out the excess moisture.
Prepare the cob loaf: Slice the top off the loaf and carefully hollow out the center. Cut the removed bread into 2cm pieces. Arrange both the loaf shell and bread pieces on a lined baking tray.
Bake the bread: Place in the oven for 10 minutes to crisp up.
Make the dip: In a saucepan over low heat, cook the spinach for 1 minute. Add the sour cream and cream cheese, stirring until smooth and fully combined.
Stir in the onion soup mix, then add the mozzarella and milk, mixing until the cheese has melted and the dip is creamy.
Assemble and serve: Remove the bread from the oven. Pour the hot spinach dip into the hollowed cob loaf. Serve immediately with the toasted bread pieces, raw vegetables, and crackers if using.

Tips

Be sure to squeeze as much liquid as possible out of the spinach to avoid a watery dip.
For even baking, rotate the bread tray halfway through cooking.
You can make the dip ahead of time and reheat just before serving.

Variations and Substitutions

Cheese swap: Replace mozzarella with cheddar or a mix of cheeses for a different flavor.
Extra flavor: Add crispy bacon bits, sautéed garlic, or chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the dip.
No cob loaf? Serve the dip in a heatproof bowl with toasted baguette slices.

FAQs

Can I use fresh spinach?
Yes. Use about 400g of fresh spinach, wilt it down, and squeeze out the excess moisture before using.

Can I make this ahead?
You can prepare the dip a day in advance. Store in the fridge and reheat gently before pouring into the cob loaf.

Is this recipe gluten-free?
The dip itself can be gluten-free if you use a gluten-free onion soup mix. Use gluten-free bread or serve with veggie sticks.

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a centerpiece at parties, game nights, or barbecues.
Pair with a platter of colorful veggies like carrot sticks, cucumber, and bell peppers.
Add a side of crackers, grissini, or tortilla chips for extra crunch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Rich and creamy with layers of cheesy flavor
Quick to prepare with minimal prep time
A guaranteed hit at any social gathering
Versatile and customizable to suit different tastes
Satisfying and comforting, perfect for cooler months