Description
Looking for a quick crowd-pleaser for your next gathering? This Pizza Dip is your answer! A bubbly, cheesy, and ultra-satisfying appetizer that combines the best parts of pizza—gooey mozzarella, tangy marinara, savory pepperoni—all scooped into one hot dip. It’s easy to prepare, kid-friendly, and perfect for everything from parties to cozy nights in. Whether you’re after quick breakfast bites, fun food ideas for dinner, or an easy recipe for entertaining, this dip is the go-to star.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 cup marinara sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1 tbsp chopped parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
2. Spread the mixture evenly in the bottom of a baking dish.
3. Layer marinara sauce over the cream cheese mixture.
4. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan cheese evenly on top.
5. Add mini pepperoni slices to cover the cheese layer.
6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
7. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
Add a splash of milk when reheating to restore the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of dip
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg