Carrabba's Italian Dip

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Carrabba's Italian Dip, a creamy, cheesy appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. Loaded with cream cheese, Parmesan, and mozzarella, this baked dip is elevated with the savory goodness of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. The rich blend of ingredients is baked to golden perfection, creating a bubbling, decadent dish that’s ready to be paired with crusty Italian bread or crunchy crackers. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short bake, this crowd-pleaser is as easy to make as it is to devour. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this Italian-inspired dip is guaranteed to impress. Perfect for lovers of comfort food and Italian flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 2 tbsp fresh basil (chopped)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 loaf/package crusty Italian bread or crackers

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and creamy.

Step 4

Transfer the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly across the dish.

Step 5

Bake the dip in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until bubbling and lightly golden on top.

Step 6

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Serve warm with crusty Italian bread, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1304.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4334.5

Total Fat 269.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 564.5mg	0%
Sodium 8091.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 360.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 67.7g
Protein 135.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2347.2mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 4412.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.0%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 32.7%