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Air Fryer Artichoke Dip

Air Fryer Artichoke Dip

5 from 3 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Creamy, golden, and ready in about 20 minutes, this Air Fryer Artichoke Dip is the easiest hot appetizer you'll make all year. Blended cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, and Parmesan get studded with tender chopped artichokes and a hint of jalapeño, then air fried until bubbling and beautifully browned on top. Perfect for game day, holidays, or anytime you need a crowd-pleaser without turning on the oven.

Ingredients 

For the dip:

  • 28 ounces artichoke hearts, in water, drained well and divided
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Optional garnish:

  • 1 teaspoon Fresh chopped parsley, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 2 teaspoons Extra grated Parmesan, optional

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Baking Pan, or oven-safe dish

Notes

Recipe Notes
  • Cream cheese must be softened. Cold cream cheese leaves lumps that won't blend out. Leave on the counter 30–45 minutes or microwave (unwrapped) for 15 seconds.
  • 305°F is intentional. Higher heat will cause the dairy to separate. Low and slow gives you a smooth, creamy interior with a golden top.
  • Drain artichokes really well. Wet artichokes water down the dip. Press them between paper towels before measuring.
  • Use real Parmesan. Pre-shredded Parmesan contains anti-caking agents that don't brown the same way. A wedge of fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano is worth it.
  • Pan size matters. Choose a pan that leaves at least an inch of airflow on all sides inside your basket for even browning.
  • Make-ahead: Mix the dip up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bring closer to room temperature for 20 minutes before air frying.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 5–7 minutes to revive the crispy top, or microwave in 30-second bursts.
  • Freezing not recommended — dairy-heavy dips often separate when thawed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 8gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 453mgPotassium: 324mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 744IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 176mgIron: 1mg