Creamy Pepperoni Pizza Dip (Printable Version)

A gooey, cheesy dip bursting with pizza flavors and pepperoni, great for any crowd-pleasing snack occasion.

# What You'll Need:

→ Creamy Base

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 3/4 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
05 - Pinch of red pepper flakes

→ Toppings

06 - 1 cup marinara sauce
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 15 slices pepperoni

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 9-inch pie dish with nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes until smooth and fluffy.
03 - Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
04 - Spoon marinara sauce over the cream cheese layer, spreading gently to cover.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the marinara sauce.
06 - Place pepperoni slices evenly across the cheese layer.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbling at the edges and golden on top.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with bread, pita chips, or preferred dippers.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Creamy and cheesy texture
  • Easy to prepare and perfect for gatherings
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the pepperoni or use vegetarian pepperoni
  • Serve with gluten-free crackers or sliced veggies for a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture
  • Let the dip cool slightly before serving to avoid burns
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