Description
A crowd-pleasing and indulgent Pizza Dip that combines all the flavors of a classic pizza into a creamy, cheesy dip. Perfect for parties or game nights!
Ingredients
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Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sour cream (can substitute mayo)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus more for topping
Layering:
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 15 slices pepperoni
- Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Spread on the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate, baking pan, or cast iron skillet.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce on top, then add the Parmesan and Mozzarella cheese.
- Add pepperoni or desired pizza toppings.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the top begins to brown.
- Optional: Garnish with additional red pepper flakes, freshly ground pepper, and roughly chopped parsley.
- Serve with crusty bread, pita/tortilla/bagel chips, or vegetables.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Method: Assemble the dip as outlined. Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days prior to baking. When ready to bake, let it sit out for 20-25 minutes, then bake as outlined.
- Pro Tips:
- I recommend grating the Parmesan and shredding the mozzarella from a block for the best taste and consistency.
- Consider using Rao’s marinara sauce or homemade marinara for this recipe.
- Additional topping options include sausage, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, beef, ham, pineapple, feta, and more!
- Sour cream substitutes: mayo, plain Greek yogurt, or cottage cheese.
- Pair with No Knead Bread for dipping.
- Explore other pizza recipes like Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Hawaiian Pizza, and French Bread Pizza.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
