Pizza Dip Recipe
Cheese lovers and pizza enthusiasts will adore this quick and simple dip recipe. It's an ideal appetizer for any gathering and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brick-style cream cheese thoroughly softened (lite version is acceptable)
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese divided (½ cup + ½ cup)
- 1 heaping cup pizza sauce or your preferred marinara or red sauce
- 1½ cups grated mozzarella cheese divided (¾ cup + ¾ cup)
- Approximately 15 pepperoni slices or as needed to cover the surface of the dish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9-inch pie dish, preferably a glass Pyrex, with cooking spray.
- Spread the softened cream cheese evenly across the bottom of the pie dish using a spatula or butter knife. The cream cheese may slide a bit, but it does not need to be perfect.
- Sprinkle ¾ cup of the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Add ½ cup of the finely grated parmesan cheese evenly on top of the mozzarella.
- Distribute the pizza sauce over the cheese layer, using a spatula or knife to spread it evenly if necessary.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¾ cup of mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce.
- Evenly distribute the remaining ½ cup of parmesan cheese on top.
- Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the dip reaches your desired level of doneness (baked for 23 minutes is suggested). Allow the dip to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with toasted French bread, baguettes, breadsticks, garlic toasts, pita chips, bagel chips, crackers, or enjoy by the spoonful.
This dip is best served fresh and warm, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat gently in the microwave before serving.
Ensure all ingredients are gluten-free by checking product labels if necessary.