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Baked keto spinach artichoke dip bites with golden cheese dough crusts and creamy Parmesan-topped filling

Keto Spinach Artichoke Dip Bites

Daniel Foster
These keto spinach artichoke dip bites pair chewy mozzarella-dough shells with a rich, creamy vegetable filling. Baked in a mini muffin tin in about 25 minutes, they make a handy chip-free appetizer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 191 kcal

Equipment

  • Mini muffin tin
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Food Processor
  • Tart tamper
  • Large bowl

Ingredients

  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella
  • 2 oz cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup almond flour
  • 1/3 cup coconut flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 12 oz frozen spinach thawed and drained well (or sauteed fresh spinach)
  • 1/2 cup artichoke hearts chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese divided
  • 3 tbsp sour cream
  • 3 tbsp mayo

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350°F. Let it reach temperature before the filled muffin tin goes inside.
  • Combine the 8 oz mozzarella and 2 oz cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl, heat for 1 minute, stir, then heat and stir through two additional 30-second intervals. The mixture should become glossy and smooth, with no firm pockets of cream cheese.
  • Process the melted cheese mixture with the almond flour, coconut flour, egg, garlic salt, and baking powder in a food processor until combined. Look for a cohesive dough that feels warm, pliable, and slightly tacky rather than crumbly.
  • Portion the dough into 36 pieces and press each into a mini muffin well with a water-dipped tart tamper. Dampen the tamper before every press so the dough forms a cup instead of clinging to it.
  • Stir the mayo, sour cream, and half the Parmesan together in a large bowl, then fold in the spinach, chopped artichokes, and 1/2 cup mozzarella. The filling should look thick and evenly mixed, without liquid pooling at the bottom.
  • Distribute the spinach mixture evenly among the shaped dough cups. Keep the filling inside the shells so the dough edges remain visible.
  • Bake the filled cups for about 25 minutes, checking for golden-brown crusts. The edges should deepen in color, with slight bubbling around the filling.
  • Scatter the remaining Parmesan over the baked bites. The warm filling will catch the grated cheese across the tops.

Notes

Moisture tip: Wrap thawed or cooled spinach in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly over the sink until droplets stop coming out so the shells do not get soggy.
Shaping tip: Dampen your tart tamper, fingers, or a narrow flat-bottomed jar with water before every press, and gently rewarm the cheese dough if it cools and stiffens.
Release tip: Run a thin knife around the edge of each warm bite before lifting it from the mini muffin tin so the melted cheese does not tear.
Storage and reheating: Let steam escape, then refrigerate in an airtight container within two hours, including prep time. Reheat spaced apart on a baking sheet in the oven until hot throughout to help restore shell firmness.
Nutrition information is an estimate based on common ingredients and serving sizes. Values may vary depending on brands, portions, and substitutions.
Keyword keto spinach artichoke dip bites, low carb finger food, mini muffin tin appetizer