Pizza Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 package cream cheese
softened, 8 oz
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/4 tsp garlic salt
- 1 can pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- pepperonis for topping
- italian seasoning
- chips/crackers/pita chips for dipping
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 2
Combine cream cheese, sour cream, oregano, and garlic salt in a medium sized bowl and mix well. Spread mixture into the bottom of 9 inch pie pan.
- 3
Spread pizza sauce evenly over the top of cream cheese mixture and top with a few pepperonis. Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven.
- 4
Remove from the oven and top with mozzarella cheese and a few more pepperonis. Return to oven and bake for 7-8 additional minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- 5
Turn the broiler on and broil the top for about a minute or two, until the cheese is dotted with brown and the pepperonis crisp up a bit. WATCH THIS STEP CAREFULLY! You don't want to burn all that delicious, cheesy goodness. :)
- 6
Remove from oven and sprinkle the top with italian seasoning. Serve with crackers or pita chips. Enjoy!
Pizza Dip Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving that irresistible pizza flavor in a dip that's ready in a flash? This Pizza Dip Recipe is your answer to an ultimate appetizer, promising cheesy goodness that's always a huge hit at any gathering.
This recipe works wonders because it combines familiar, comforting flavors with incredible ease. The simple blend of softened cream cheese and sour cream creates a rich, creamy base that perfectly holds all the classic pizza elements. Layered with bright pizza sauce and a generous blanket of shredded mozzarella, it transforms quickly into a warm, gooey sensation that will have everyone reaching for more.
What you can expect is a delightfully warm and savory dip, bursting with the beloved taste of pizza. Each scoop delivers a balanced medley of tangy pizza sauce, aromatic oregano and garlic salt, and luscious melted mozzarella. The addition of pepperoni on top ensures that classic, slightly spicy, savory bite. It's designed to be effortlessly satisfying, making entertaining simple without sacrificing flavor. This dip offers a comforting, gooey texture contrasted beautifully by your favorite crispy dippers.
Customizing your Pizza Dip is part of the fun! While pepperoni is a classic, feel free to swap or add other favorite pizza toppings like cooked sausage, diced bell peppers, or black olives. For a different flavor profile, consider a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat. If you don't have sour cream, plain Greek yogurt can offer a similar tang and creaminess to the base.
This Pizza Dip is perfect for game days, casual get-togethers, or as a fun starter for family movie night. Serve it warm straight from the oven with a generous platter of chips, crackers, or sturdy pita chips for scooping up all that cheesy, savory goodness.