This fun and warm dip is made with cheesy biscuits that are perfect for sharing! The rolled-up biscuits form a tasty wreath around a creamy dip that everyone loves.
Serving this dip at parties always gets a smile! I often catch my friends sneaking extra biscuit pieces. Who can blame them? It’s too good to resist! 😄
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
Biscuit Dough: I like using refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough for its fluffy texture. If you’re looking for a lighter option, you can substitute with puff pastry or make homemade biscuits for added flavor.
Frozen Spinach: Frozen is super convenient! If fresh spinach is available, you can use that, just be sure to cook and wilt it first. Always squeeze out excess water from spinach for a thick dip.
Cheese: Cream cheese makes the dip creamy, while mozzarella adds stretchy goodness. If you prefer a tangy flavor, try using goat cheese or ricotta in place of cream cheese.
Parmesan Cheese: I recommend using freshly grated Parmesan for better taste. It can be substituted with Pecorino Romano for a slightly sharper flavor.
Sour Cream: For a tangy kick, Greek yogurt is a great substitute. It adds creaminess and extra protein!
How Do I Ensure My Biscuits Are Perfectly Cooked and Flavorful?
To get those biscuits golden brown and fluffy, you’ll want to pay attention to a few steps:
- Rolling the Biscuits: Stretch each biscuit dough into an oval gently. Don’t overwork the dough, as that can lead to tough biscuits.
- Baking Time: Keep an eye on the baking time. Oven temperatures can vary, so check at around 25 minutes. You want them golden and fluffy! If the tops brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
- Butter Brushing: Brushing melted butter with garlic powder over the tops before baking adds fantastic flavor and helps achieve that golden color.
- Placement: Ensure you leave a space in the center for the dip; this helps with even baking and makes it easy to pull apart the delightful biscuit rolls.
Baked Biscuit Wreath Dip
Ingredients You’ll Need:
For the Biscuit Wreath:
- 2 cans refrigerated biscuit dough (e.g., buttermilk biscuits)
For the Spinach Dip:
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and excess water squeezed out
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning or dried parsley
For Brushing:
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Fresh parsley or chives, chopped for garnish (optional)
How Much Time Will You Need?
This recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and 25-30 minutes to bake. In total, you’ll spend about 45 minutes in the kitchen. In no time, you’ll have a delicious dip to share with friends or family!
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a round baking pan or skillet to prevent the wreath from sticking.
2. Make the Spinach Dip:
In a medium bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix this well until it’s all creamy and combined.
3. Add Spinach:
Gently fold the drained spinach into the cream cheese mixture until it’s evenly distributed. This will be your dip!
4. Prepare the Biscuit Rolls:
Open the biscuit dough and separate it into individual biscuits. On a clean surface, stretch each biscuit into an oval shape. Spoon about a tablespoon of the spinach-cream cheese mixture onto each biscuit and roll them up tightly.
5. Form the Wreath:
Place the rolled biscuits seam side down in a circular wreath shape in the greased baking pan, leaving a space in the middle for the dip.
6. Assemble the Dip:
Spoon any remaining spinach dip mixture into the center of the wreath where you left the space.
7. Brush with Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder. Use a brush to generously coat the tops of the biscuits with this mixture for added flavor.
8. Top with Cheese:
Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese over the top of the wreath for a delicious cheesy finish.
9. Bake:
Pop the baking pan into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through, and the dip is nice and bubbly.
10. Garnish and Serve:
Once baked, remove from the oven and, if desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley or chives. Serve warm by pulling apart the biscuit rolls and dipping into the cheesy spinach center. Enjoy every bite!
This baked biscuit wreath dip is a fun and delicious appetizer, perfect for parties or cozy gatherings—everyone will love digging into it!
Can I Use Fresh Spinach Instead of Frozen?
Yes, you can use fresh spinach! Just cook and wilt it down first, then make sure to squeeze out the excess water to keep the dip from becoming watery.
How Do I Store Leftover Dip?
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through, or microwave in short intervals until warm.
What Can I Substitute for Cream Cheese?
If you’re looking for a lighter alternative, you can use Greek yogurt or ricotta cheese. Both will give a different flavor but maintain creaminess in the dip.
Can I Make This Dip Ahead of Time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the spinach dip filling ahead of time and refrigerate it. Just assemble the wreath with the biscuit dough and bake right before serving!