Pepperoni Pizza Dip (Printable Version)
Warm dip with layers of gooey cheese, beef pepperoni, and zesty pizza sauce, ideal for sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
→ Meats
04 - 3.5 oz beef pepperoni, thinly sliced
→ Sauces
05 - 1 cup pizza sauce
→ Vegetables
06 - 1 small green bell pepper, diced
07 - 2 tbsp sliced black olives
→ Herbs & Spices
08 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
09 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
10 - 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
11 - Fresh basil, chopped for garnish
→ For Serving
12 - Sliced baguette, breadsticks, or crackers
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, half of the mozzarella, and half of the Parmesan until smooth.
03 - Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a small ovenproof baking dish (8-inch round or similar size).
04 - Pour pizza sauce evenly over the cheese layer.
05 - Sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
06 - Arrange beef pepperoni slices over the top. Add diced bell pepper and olives if desired.
07 - Sprinkle with oregano, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
08 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden at the edges.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
10 - Serve warm with sliced baguette, breadsticks, or crackers for dipping.
# Chef's Tips:
01 -
- The combination of three cheeses creates the perfect creamy, gooey texture that everyone fights over
- It comes together in under 30 minutes but tastes like it simmered all afternoon
02 -
- Do not skip the resting period after baking or the first few scoops will be frustratingly runny
- Use an ovenproof dish that is at least 2 inches deep so the bubbling sauce does not overflow
03 -
- Pat the pepperoni slices with a paper towel before layering to remove excess oil and prevent greasiness
- Broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes if you want extra crispy pepperoni edges