Description
This hot, cheesy pizza dip is layered with creamy cream cheese, marinara sauce, gooey melted cheese, and all your favorite pizza toppings! It’s easy to make in under 30 minutes and perfect for serving with breadsticks, crackers, or veggies.
Ingredients
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- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup pizza sauce (or marinara sauce)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or favorite pizza toppings)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a small baking dish (8×8-inch or similar).
- Make the Base:
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Spread evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer the Dip:
- Spread pizza sauce over the cream cheese layer.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
- Add pepperoni slices or other pizza toppings.
- Bake:
- Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve & Enjoy:
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve hot with breadsticks, crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies.
Notes
- Topping Ideas: Try cooked sausage, olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms!
- Make it Lighter: Use reduced-fat cream cheese and part-skim mozzarella.
- Crockpot Option: Mix all ingredients and heat on LOW for 2 hours.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg