Description
If you love everything about a hot, cheesy slice of pizza but want something scoopable and party-ready, this Pizza Dip is the ultimate easy appetizer. Layers of creamy seasoned cheese, rich marinara sauce, melty mozzarella, and classic pepperoni bake together into a bubbly, golden dish that’s perfect for game day, holiday gatherings, quick snacks, or easy dinner party food ideas. It’s a warm, comforting crowd-pleaser that comes together fast and delivers bold pizza flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
20 slices pepperoni
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, mix 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder until smooth.
3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into a small baking dish.
4. Spread 1 cup marinara sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer.
5. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
6. Top with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Arrange 20 slices pepperoni evenly across the top.
8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
9. Let rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Do not overbake. Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove it from the oven to prevent the cream cheese base from becoming oily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dish
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: pizza dip, easy appetizer, party dip, game day recipe, cheesy dip, baked pizza dip