Pizza Dip

Pizza Dip

from thepioneerwoman.com
Autumn
15 min
393 kcal / serving

Bring this hot and cheesy pizza dip recipe to any party and it'll be gone in seconds! Scoop this appetizer recipe up with toasted baguette slices.

Ingredients

  • ½ c.mini pepperoni
  • 2blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ c.grated parmesan, divided
  • 1 tbsp.dried italian seasoning
  • 1 c.marinara sauce, divided
  • 2 c.grated mozzarella, divided
  • ¼ c.sliced black olives, divided
  • ¼ c.diced green bell pepper, divided
  • ¼ c.diced red onion, divided
  • toasted baguette slices, to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375°F.

  2. 2

    Place the pepperoni on a paper towel lined plate. Microwave on high for 45 seconds. Blot the tops of pepperoni with a paper towel to remove excess oil. Set aside.

  3. 3

    In a medium bowl, stir to combine the cream cheese, 1/2 cup parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Spread the mixture in an even layer in a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate.

  4. 4

    Spread 1/2 cup marinara evenly over the cheese mixture. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup parmesan, and 2 tablespoons each of pepperoni, black olives, bell pepper, and red onion. Repeat with the remaining marinara, mozzarella, parmesan, pepperoni, black olives, bell pepper, and red onion.

  5. 5

    Bake until the cheese is bubbling and beginning to brown, about 30 minutes.

  6. 6

    Increase the oven to broil and bake 2 minutes more. Let cool for 10 to 15 minutes before serving. Serve with toasted baguette slices.