Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip
This irresistible Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip delivers all the classic flavors of a piping hot pepperoni pizza in a scoopable, party-perfect appetizer. Layers of gooey mozzarella, creamy seasoned cheese, tangy pizza sauce, and crispy halal pepperoni bake up golden and bubbly—perfect for game day, movie night, or anytime you need an easy, crowd-pleasing dish!
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup halal beef or turkey pepperoni slices
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional for garnish)
- crackers, baguette slices, breadsticks, or veggie sticks, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and Italian seasoning until smooth. For extra creaminess, you can add 2 tablespoons of sour cream if desired.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly on the bottom of an 8x8-inch baking dish or an oven-safe skillet.
- Spoon the pizza sauce or marinara over the cream cheese layer and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
- Top with halal beef or turkey pepperoni slices. Add extra toppings like chopped olives, green peppers, or onions if you like.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped fresh basil or parsley, if desired.
- Serve hot with your choice of dippers: baguette slices, breadsticks, crackers, tortilla chips, or veggie sticks.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 10gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 480mgSugar: 3g
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