Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Dip (Printable Version)
Layers of creamy cheese, pizza sauce, melty mozzarella, and pepperoni create an irresistible party dip.
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# Ingredients:
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8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
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⅔ cup (164 grams) sour cream or plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 cup (256 grams) pizza sauce or marinara sauce
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8 ounces (226 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese, about 2 cups, divided
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15 pepperoni slices, more if using mini pepperoni
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⅓ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9-inch pie plate or a 7 x 11-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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Top the cream cheese mixture with the pizza sauce or marinara sauce.
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Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce. Top with your desired amount of pepperoni slices.
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Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted. Optionally, broil the dip for 2-3 minutes to brown the cheese slightly.
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Sprinkle the dip with the remaining ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese. Serve warm with your choice of dippers.
# Notes:
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Serve this dip with crackers, corn chips, tortilla chips, crostini, garlic bread, or vegetables.
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Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Do not freeze.
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Reheat the dip in the microwave or oven at 325°F (160°C), covering with foil or an oven-safe lid to prevent the cheese from over-browning.