American•indulgent
Pepperoni Pizza Dip
A creamy, cheesy, Pepperoni Pizza Dip!
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened to room temperature)
- 1 ⅓ cup mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 2 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
- 1 cup pizza/marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Mini pepperonis
- Dried oregano (optional)
- Corn chips (crackers, and/or toasted baguette slices, for dipping.)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375F (190C).
- 2
Combine softened cream cheese, ⅓ cup (35g) mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, garlic powder and crushed red pepper in a large bowl.
- 3
Stir well, until completely combined.
- 4
Spread evenly into the bottom of a 9-10" pie plate or cast iron pan, making sure to press mixture up against the sides of the pan.
- 5
Top evenly with marinara sauce.
- 6
Cover with remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese.
- 7
Top with mini pepperonis and a light sprinkling of dried oregano (if desired).
- 8
Bake on 375F for 25-30 minutes
- 9
Serve while hot, crispy baguette bites, crackers, and corn chips are all great dipping options!