Description
This Bunny-Shaped Spinach Dip Bread Bowl is the kind of dish that makes everyone smile before they even take a bite. Soft golden bread baked into a cute bunny shape surrounds a warm, creamy spinach cheese dip — perfect for parties, spring gatherings, or holiday tables. It looks impressive, but it’s surprisingly easy to make using pizza dough and a simple homemade dip.
Ingredients
Bread Bunny
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1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), room temperature
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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1 tbsp olive oil
Spinach Dip
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 cup cooked spinach, squeezed very dry and chopped
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup grated parmesan
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1 clove garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Shape the bunny:
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Use about ⅔ of the dough to form an oval body.
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Use the remaining dough to form a round head and attach it.
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Shape two ears from small dough pieces and place above the head.
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Roll remaining dough into small balls and arrange around the body for pull-apart pieces.
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Create the dip well:
Cut a shallow circle in the center of the body and remove the dough plug (don’t cut through to the pan). -
Brush & bake:
Brush all dough with egg wash, then lightly with olive oil.
Bake 18–22 minutes until golden brown. -
Make the dip:
Mix cream cheese, sour cream or yogurt, spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth. -
Fill & serve:
Let bread cool 5–10 minutes, then spoon dip into the center well. Serve warm and pull apart to eat.
Notes
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✅ Dry spinach thoroughly — squeeze hard in a towel to prevent watery dip.
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✅ Room-temp dough shapes easier and won’t spring back.
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✅ Chill the dip 15 minutes before filling to keep it thick.
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✅ If bread browns too fast, loosely cover ears with foil.
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✅ Add everything-bagel seasoning on top before baking for extra flavor.