Description
These Spinach Dip Cheese Crisps are a low-carb, gluten-free appetizer that packs all the creamy, savory goodness of spinach dip in a crispy, cheesy form. Perfect for snacking, they are full of flavor and ideal for parties or a light bite.
Ingredients
**For the Crisps:**
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1/2 tsp onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
**For the Dip:**
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 tsp garlic powder
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/4 tsp pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped spinach, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spoon the mixture into small mounds (about 1 tablespoon each) on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each mound into a small disk shape.
4. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and crispy around the edges.
5. While the crisps are baking, prepare the dip: In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cream cheese, thawed spinach, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well-combined.
6. Serve the crispy cheese crisps with the spinach dip.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of garlic and onion powder to suit your taste. For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the dip or crisps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crisps
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg