Description
Baked Pizza Dip is a creamy, melty, and flavorful appetizer combining mozzarella, cream cheese, Parmesan, pepperoni, and marinara sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for parties and gatherings. This versatile dip offers a gooey texture and classic pizza taste that pairs perfectly with breadsticks, chips, or veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sauces & Seasonings
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- ½ cup chopped pepperoni slices (optional for vegetarian substitution)
Garnish
- Chopped green onions or fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for even cheese melting and a golden top.
- Mix the Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and creamy to form the dip’s rich foundation.
- Add the Sauce and Pepperoni: Fold in the marinara sauce until fully incorporated. Gently stir in chopped pepperoni slices or your choice of meats or vegetables, distributing evenly throughout the mixture.
- Bake to Perfection: Transfer the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the dip is bubbly, hot, and golden around the edges.
- Garnish and Serve Warm: Once baked, sprinkle chopped green onions or fresh basil on top for color and freshness. Serve immediately with your favorite dippers while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese beforehand for smoother mixing.
- Use a shallow baking dish to ensure even heating and baking.
- Chop pepperoni or veggies finely for even distribution.
- For extra gooeyness, add shredded mozzarella on top before baking.
- Keep dip warm in a slow cooker on low or reheat gently if serving over time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: baked pizza dip, party dip, cheesy dip, pizza appetizer, creamy dip, game day dip