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Warm Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe

Switch up your dip routine with a hot broccoli cheese dip – a delicious warm appetiser, especially for fall and winter picnics. Serve it with crusty bread, warm pita bread, crackers, or raw vegetable sticks. This broccoli dip also makes a lovely cool weather addition to a charcuterie board.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Picnic Food
Cuisine: Appetizer
Servings: 6 -8 Servings
Calories: 534kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 broccoli heads
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan
  • 1 red onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 1 ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until onion is translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Chop broccoli into florets. Blanch them in boiling water until tender. You can also cook it in the microwave: place broccoli florets in a microwave-safe container with a lid and ¼ of water. Put it in the microwave for 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Once broccoli is tender, roughly mince it with a knife. Aim for consistency for a more uniform dip texture. You can also use a food processor; you are aiming for a rice consistency - don't over blend.
  • Add cream cheese to the onion and garlic mix in the skillet and stir to combine.
  • Then add parmesan and mozzarella cheese and mix. (If the skillet has cooled too much, you may need to place it over medium heat to soften the cream cheese).
  • Finally, add the chopped broccoli and combine well.
  • Place the batter into a baking tray. Optional: add extra mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes at 375 ℉ | 190℃ or until the edges are golden and cream cheese starts to bubble.
  • Serve warm with some fresh bread, crackers, or veggie sticks.

Notes

  • A very simple and versatile dip; feel free to use different cheese varieties or for a thinner dip consistency, add some heavy cream.
  • This dip is better when warm as the cheese will be melted and smooth. If you have leftovers, you can reheat it in the oven or a microwave-safe dish.
  • If transporting the broccoli cheese dip to a picnic, place it in a thermal food container to keep it warm. You can give the dip a quick heat in the microwave before packing your picnic.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 534kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 942mg | Potassium: 811mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2598IU | Vitamin C: 183mg | Calcium: 515mg | Iron: 2mg