Pepperoni and Cream Cheese Pizza Dip
This Pepperoni and Cream Cheese Pizza Dip is a warm, cheesy, crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with classic pizza flavors. Perfectly bubbly and golden, it is ideal for dipping with crackers or fresh vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices, quartered
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the mozzarella cheese, quartered pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crackers or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a few tablespoons of marinara sauce on top before baking.
- Substitute turkey pepperoni for a lighter option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
