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Easy Single Serving Hot Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe

Jessica Kostka — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 22:23:44 +0000

This hot broccoli cheese dip is the perfect single serving appetizer when you’re craving a dip for one!

You get over 20 grams of protein in this dip so it’s great for an afternoon snack, a cozy night in or for game day.

Lot’s of broccoli and cheesy goodness is baked into this hot dip that’s sure hard to resist.

You know I love to make cheesy appetizers like this Easy Cheesy Baked Pizza Dip and this Quick Baked Cheesy Jalapeno Ranch Chips Appetizer. But, sometimes I want to make a dip serving just for myself. That’s where this single serving hot broccoli cheese dip recipe comes in!

Prep this easy broccoli cheese dip in just 5 minutes and then bake. This creamy broccoli cheese dip is super delicious and packed with protein!

Why you’ll love this hot broccoli cheese dip

It’s perfectly measured and made as a single serving!
This dip is packed with 23g of protein which makes it the perfect high protein snack.
This broccoli cheese dip recipe is perfect to satisfy a cozy craving.
Make this cheesy dip when you’re having a solo night-in, cozy movie night or whenever the craving strikes.
Serve with your favourite crackers, pita chips, tortilla chips or even fresh vegetables!

Ingredients for this baked broccoli cheese dip

Cream cheese: plain cream cheese is a must for a broccoli cheese dip

Greek yogurt: traditionally this dip uses sour cream but here we use Greek yogurt to add some protein to this broccoli dip

Cottage cheese: cottage cheese is having a moment for it’s ability to add a high protein boost to recipes and that’s exactly why I’m using it in this broccoli cheese dip

Broccoli: fresh broccoli is the best to use in this dip; make sure to chop broccoli florets into very small pieces before making the dip

Cheddar cheese: cheddar cheese and broccoli are a classic combination

Parmesan cheese: parmesan cheese adds just a touch of saltiness and rounds out the flavours in this dip

Seasonings: use Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and red pepper flakes to season this

How to make this broccoli cheese dip

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375F.

Step 2: To a small bowl add the plain cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, pinch of salt – pepper – chili flakes and small chopped broccoli and stir well to combine.

Step 3: Add the cheese and broccoli mixture to small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish. Smooth the top of the dip out and then top with remaining 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 4: Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before enjoying.

Expert tips when making this hot broccoli cheese dip

Want to make this to serve 2? Simply double the recipe and then divide into two small oven safe dishes before baking. Or, bake in one dish to share 🙂
Make sure to use fresh chopped broccoli; frozen broccoli holds too much water.
While I love this recipe with crackers or pita chips, it’s really tasty with fresh vegetables too like red bell peppers, carrots and cucumbers.

Common questions

Can I blend the cottage cheese before making this dip?
I have not tested this recipe with blended cottage cheese. However, if you prefer that from a texture standpoint, blend the cottage cheese first and then stir together with all of the other ingredients.

What if I don’t have Italian seasoning?
If you don’t have Italian seasoning, use a pinch of each of the following: dried thyme, dried oregano and dried basil.

How to store

If you have leftovers, store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 325F until warmed through.

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Easy Single Serving Hot Broccoli Cheese Dip Recipe

Make this Hot Broccoli Cheese Dip when you want a single serving of dip! With 23 grams of protein, it's perfect for a snack or movie night.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine american-inspired

Keyword baked dip, cheese

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 358kcal

Author Jess

Equipment

1 small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish

Ingredients

3 tbsp plain cream cheese
3 tbsp plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup 1-2% cottage cheese
1 tbsp shredded parmesan cheese
3 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder
pinch salt, pepper and chili flakes
1/3 cup small chopped fresh broccoli
crackers, pita chips or crostini for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375F.
To a small bowl add the plain cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, shredded parmesan cheese, 1 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, pinch of salt - pepper - chili flakes and small chopped broccoli and stir well to combine.
Add the cheese and broccoli mixture to small single serving ramekin or small single serving baking dish. Smooth the top of the dip out and then top with remaining 2 tbsp shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for 20 minutes, until bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let sit for 5 minutes before enjoying.

Notes

If you don't have Italian seasoning, use a pinch of each of the following: dried thyme, dried oregano and dried basil.
Want to make this to serve 2? Simply double the recipe and then divide into two small oven safe dishes before baking. Or, bake in one dish to share 🙂
Make sure to use fresh chopped broccoli; frozen broccoli holds too much water.
While I love this recipe with crackers or pita chips, it's really tasty with fresh vegetables too like red bell peppers, carrots and cucumbers.

Nutrition

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Easy Deep Dish Single Serving Sugar Cookie Recipe

Jessica Kostka — Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:52:10 +0000

Nothing is better than having a cookie all to yourself, like this single serving sugar cookie recipe!

This deep dish sugar cookie is perfect for one and you can make it in just one bowl.

If you love chewy cookies and have a sweet tooth, this is the cookie recipe for you!

While I love making a big batch of christmas cookies for holiday gatherings and parties, sometimes I just want a little treat all to myself!

This sugar cookie is made in a ramekin, giving you a deliciously gooey and chewy cookie just for one. It’s fun to eat with a spoon and makes the perfect treat when you want something sweet.

While this recipe isn’t like your traditional cutout sugar cookie or drop sugar cookies, it packs the same vanilla flavor just in a large cookie! The best part is digging your spoon into the gooey, chewy cookie centre that is packed with sprinkles once its baked.

Why you’ll love this deep dish single serving sugar cookie

You only need 9 simple baking ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
This single serving cookie is made with just a bowl and a whisk, so there’s no need to pull out the stand mixer or have to wash a bunch of dishes!
This deep dish sugar cookie is so buttery and soft, but if you want a more crispy cookie you can just bake it for longer in the oven.
This sugar cookie recipe is perfect if you want a sweet treat in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients Needed to make your own sugar cookie

Unsalted Butter: using melted butter means no need to pull out the stand mixer or a handheld mixer.

All purpose flour: the base of any good cookie recipe is flour and we’re using the basic all purpose flour for this perfect sugar cookie.

Sugar: while some sugar cookies just use one type of sugar, I like to mix brown sugar and white sugar for this single sugar cookie to enhance the chewiness.

Whole egg: all you need to make this cookie is an egg yolk; you don’t need to use the egg whites of an egg.

Sugar: a combination of brown sugar and white sugar is going to give you a soft cookie with a crisp exterior.

Vanilla extract: vanilla extract is a classic cookie ingredients and is most definitely needed in this recipe.

Baking Soda: check on the expiration date of your baking soda, if it’s expired then the cookie won’t rise in the oven.

Sprinkles: because you have to add some fun sprinkles for the best sugar cookie!

Step by Step Process to make this single serving sugar cookie recipe

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°Fahrenheit. Grease using butter or spray with cooking spray an 8-10 oz oven-safe ramekin. In a small or medium mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter with the brown sugar and white sugar until fully combined.

Step 2: Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract and whisk to fully combine.

Step 3: Add the baking soda, salt and flour to the bowl. Stir all of the ingredients together until a cookie dough forms. Mix in 2 tablespoons of sprinkles and press the cookie dough into an 8-10oz ramekin. Add an extra pinch of sprinkles on top if desired.

Step 4: Bake the single sugar cookie in the preheated oven for 18-24 minutes, depending on how done you want the cookie. A baking time of 16-18 minutes will give you a slightly underdone cookie that’s just golden brown around the edges versus 24 minutes of cooking time will give you a fully baked cookie with a more crisp edge. Enjoy!

Expert Tips to make this easy sugar cookie recipe

If you want to add some chocolate to this cookie, substitute 1 tablespoon of the sprinkles with 1 tablespoon of white chocolate chips to satisfy that chocolate craving!
Keep an eye on the deep dish cookie while it’s in the oven. If you bake it for just 16-18 minutes, you’ll have a more gooey and soft sugar cookie. If you prefer a crispy and fully baked cookie, it will need 22-24 minutes in the oven.
While I love rainbow sprinkles all year long, it’s fun to use festive sprinkles like red, green and white in this single-serving cookie recipe for the holiday season!
Be extra indulgent and serve this cookie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!

Common Questions

What size ramekin should I use?
Use an oven-safe ramekin that holds 8-10 ounces. If you use any smaller oven-safe dish, then the cookie dough might overflow while baking.

Can I make this for two?
Absolutely! Easily double the ingredients and split the cookie dough between 2 ramekins to make two deep dish sugar cookies.

Do I need an electric mixer or hand mixer to make this delicious cookie?
You don’t need any fancy equipment to make this sugar cookie recipe. All you need is a small bowl to mix the ingredients together and a ramekin to bake the cookie in.

Can I bake this giant sugar cookie on a prepared baking sheet instead?
I haven’t tested this single serve cookies recipe other than in a ramekin. However, you could try shaping the dough into a ball to make a big cookie; place on a parchment paper line baking sheet; press the cookie down a bit to flatten slightly and bake at the same temperature as the deep dish cookie, 350F, for 18-22 minutes until the edges just starting turning golden brown.

What if I want to add an icing to this cookie?
Since this single serving sugar cookie recipe is best enjoyed warm, I don’t typically use icing for this cookie. However, if you want a simple icing you can mix together 1 tbsp softened butter, 1/4 cup icing sugar, 1/2 tsp milk and 1/8-1/4 tsp almond extract. Mix together those ingredients with a fork and spread on the cookie after it’s cooled for a few minutes. Alternatively, simply top the baked cookie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Storage

I recommend enjoying this deep dish sugar cookie right after it is baked.

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