Irresistible Pepperoni Pizza Dip
A warm, cheesy dip loaded with savory pepperoni, rich cream cheese, and zesty pizza sauce, perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingrédients
Dip Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy blending.
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt) Greek yogurt can be a lighter alternative.
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided Reserve half for topping.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Flavor Enhancers
- 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara Choose your favorite brand.
- 1 cup pepperoni slices (mini or regular, or turkey pepperoni) Feel free to mix meat options.
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or Italian seasoning blend)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) Add for extra heat.
- pinch salt
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers For extra vegetables.
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- to taste Fresh basil for topping Adds freshness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and soften the cream cheese.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella, and the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Add the dried Italian herbs, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt, and mix until smooth.
Cooking
- Spread the cheese mixture evenly in an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Pour the pizza sauce over the cheese layer and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Distribute pepperoni slices on top.
- Add optional chopped bell peppers and black olives.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Broil for an additional 2 minutes to achieve a crispy top.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes and garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-5 days. This recipe is easily customizable—feel free to swap out the pepperoni for sausage or add more vegetables.