Festive Hot Broccoli Dip

Dive into the ultimate holiday party appetizer with this Festive Hot Broccoli Dip—a creamy, cheesy masterpiece that combines the vibrant flavor of fresh broccoli with an indulgent blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan. Blanched broccoli florets are chopped and folded into a rich mixture of garlic, red pepper flakes, and creamy bases like mayonnaise and sour cream, then baked to golden perfection. The result is a bubbly, savory dip with a warm, cheesy crust that’s perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy appetizer is sure to be the star of your next gathering, delivering comfort, crunch, and irresistible flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0 tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a small pot of water to a boil and blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes, until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and chop them finely.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.

Step 4

Add the chopped broccoli to the mixture and stir until evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Lightly grease a small baking dish with olive oil and transfer the mixture to the dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 6

Bake for 20 minutes or until the dip is hot and bubbly with a golden-brown top.

Step 7

Let the dip cool slightly before serving. Pair it with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(849.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2822.3

Total Fat 257.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 106.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 586.2mg	0%
Sodium 3873.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 71.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1745.3mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 462.9mg	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: 79.3%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 10.9%