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5-Ingredient Pesto Artichoke Dip

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By: Shinee Published: 12/09/2015Updated: 8/10/2020

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Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!

Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!

Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!

During busy holiday season, appetizers seem to get the least attention. Why bother making them, while there are more important things to take care of, like main dish, side dishes, desserts and drinks? Plus, you can always buy a deli tray from the store, right? Right, but unless you have a super easy appetizer that you can prepare in advance!!

Yes, I said you can prepare them in advance and it’s super simple to put together!

Just because they’re simple, it doesn’t mean they lack of flavor. Oh no, quite the opposite! With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll get flavor-packed, easy-to-serve, make-ahead appetizer. I’m talking about these cute little ramekin full of pesto artichoke dip!

Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!

A little bit of pesto and loads of parmesan cheese add a flavorful twist to otherwise regular artichoke dip! Well, I mean artichoke dip itself is amazing, but when it’s doctored with more flavor, it’s so much better!

Did I mention you can make this ahead? Simply mix all the ingredients, divide the mixture into ramekins, and refrigerate. When ready to serve, just bake them in the oven until nice and bubbling.

You’ll be surprised how flavorful this dip is with just 5 ingredients and minimum effort.

Pesto Artichoke Dip- step by step photo tutorial

Here I made 4 ramekins, each ramekin is perfect for a couple to share. If you want to make single-serve dips, feel free to make them in 6-8 shallow ramekins.

Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!

Hope you’ll add this dip to your holiday menu this year. If you do, don’t forget to let me know how they turn out. 😉

Thank you so much for reading!

5-Ingredient Pesto Artichoke Dip

Super simple, super flavorful, and super cute! Your regular artichoke dip took a unique twist with added pesto for an additional, but complimentary flavor pop!
5 from 2 votes
serves: 6 -8 servings
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total : 30 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 15oz/418gr jar marinated artichoke hearts
  • 8 oz 225gr cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 4 oz 115gr parmesan cheese, grated
  • 2 tablespoons basil pesto
  • ¼ cup 40gr shelled pistachio, chopped, optional
Note: I test all my recipes with both measurements for the most precise and accurate result!

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (°C)
  • Drain and chop the artichoke hearts.
  • In a medium bowl, mix together chopped artichoke hearts, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese and pesto. Divide the mixture into 4 ramekins. At this point, you can cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbling. Sprinkle some pistachio, if desired. Rest on wire racks to cool slightly. Serve warm with baguette, pita bread, or pita chips on the side.

Tips & Notes:

For step-by-step photos and additional notes, read the post above.

Nutrition Facts:

Calories: 259kcal (13%) Carbohydrates: 4g (1%) Protein: 10g (20%) Fat: 23g (35%) Saturated Fat: 11g (69%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 6g Cholesterol: 55mg (18%) Sodium: 498mg (22%) Potassium: 122mg (3%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 2g (2%) Vitamin A: 849IU (17%) Vitamin C: 2mg (2%) Calcium: 276mg (28%) Iron: 1mg (6%)
* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.
Author: Shinee
Course:Appetizer
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
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  1. Julia says

    Posted on 28 March 2019 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    Everybody loved this dish! It was a clean out the fridge recipe and it was devoured! I topped the dip with pinenuts……

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 29 March 2019 at 7:15 pm

      Fantastic! So glad you tried and loved it! Thank you for your feedback, Julia!

      Reply
  2. Jenn says

    Posted on 7 February 2016 at 9:20 am

    I’ve already prepped this dip for super bowl today, but I doubled the recipe and just put it in a glass dish to bake for later.. we’ll how it turns out! I can’t wait!! I LOVE artichokes.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 7 February 2016 at 11:38 am

      Yay, hope you enjoy! It’s one of my faves for sure! Thanks for stopping by, Jenn. Tag me on instagram if you use it. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kathryn Doherty says

    Posted on 18 December 2015 at 12:19 pm

    I actually get really excited about the appetizers around the holidays – one of my favorite parts of a party! But I’m with you on having too much going on and not enough time to devote to something super labor intensive. This, however, sounds perfect! I love pesto anything and I love your cute ramekins idea for people to share. Plus, you can spread them around the room so everyone can enjoy. Yum!!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 20 December 2015 at 9:16 am

      Thanks, Kathryn! Appetizers are my favorite too! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Anita says

    Posted on 18 December 2015 at 12:45 am

    This recipe looks so delicious! Hi, I’m Anita visiting from Foodie FriDIY.

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 20 December 2015 at 9:12 am

      Thanks, Anita!

      Reply
  5. Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says

    Posted on 17 December 2015 at 10:12 pm

    Yum! I love pesto and artichoke hearts together!! 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 20 December 2015 at 9:12 am

      Yes, it’s a great combo. Thanks, Michelle!

      Reply
  6. Chrissa - Physical Kitchness says

    Posted on 16 December 2015 at 8:48 pm

    This looks awesome! Perfect for Superbowl! Pinned. 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 17 December 2015 at 9:27 pm

      Thanks, Chrissa!

      Reply
  7. Jill says

    Posted on 16 December 2015 at 7:49 am

    I love anything with artichokes and pesto! That dip looks amazing! I’m definitely going to have to make this!

    Jill

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 17 December 2015 at 9:19 pm

      Thanks, Jill. Hope you’ll like it as much as we did.

      Reply
  8. Terri says

    Posted on 15 December 2015 at 11:19 pm

    Looks yum! Saved it to try over the holidays. 

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 17 December 2015 at 9:18 pm

      Thanks, Terri!

      Reply
  9. Easypeasylifematters says

    Posted on 14 December 2015 at 2:55 pm

    What a fun twist on artichoke dip and it sounds to die for!!! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 15 December 2015 at 10:05 am

      Thank you!!

      Reply
  10. Carol Borchardt says

    Posted on 10 December 2015 at 8:08 am

    We still have a ton of pesto in the freezer from summer.  I’m all over this dip for the holidays!

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 10 December 2015 at 10:13 am

      Don’t you just love to have pesto on demand like that? I store mine in the freezer too. Thanks, Carol!

      Reply
  11. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    Posted on 9 December 2015 at 4:13 pm

    This dip looks unreal! SO salty and savory 🙂

    Reply
    • Shinee says

      Posted on 9 December 2015 at 6:28 pm

      It’s so good, Medha! Love artichokes!

      Reply

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