Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tbspextra virgin olive oil
- 1 lbsweet italian sausage
- ½ largeonion
finely chopped
- 2 clovesgarlic
finely chopped
- 8 ozcream cheese
softened
- 1 ½ cshredded mozzarella cheese
divided
- 1 ½ citalian cheese blend
divided
- ½ tspdried oregano
- 1jar pizza sauce
14 ounces
- 1 cmini pepperoni
- 1loaves bread for dipping
Directions
- 1
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Drain off most of the fat from the sausage. Reduce the heat to medium and push the sausage to the side of the pan. Add the onion and garlic to the center and cook until tender. Mix in the sausage and remove the pan from the heat.
- 2
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
- 3
In a bowl, combine the sausage mixture with the cream cheese, 3/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese, 3/4 cup of the Italian cheese blend, and oregano. Spread this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 10x8-inch baking dish. Top with the pizza sauce and a sprinkle of mini pepperoni reserving about 1/4 cup to garnish the top. Top the pizza sauce and pepperoni with the remaining cheese. Finish the top with the remaining mini pepperoni.
- 4
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes*. Remove the foil and turn your oven to broil. Cook an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Serve hot with sliced bread.
Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip
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About this Recipe
Ready to be the star of your next gathering with an appetizer that disappears in minutes? This Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip delivers all the beloved flavors of your favorite pizza in a creamy, scoopable dip that everyone will crave.
What makes this pizza dip truly special is its incredible depth of flavor and irresistible texture. The savory sweet Italian sausage, combined with rich cream cheese and a generous blend of mozzarella and Italian cheeses, creates a luxurious base that's bursting with authentic pizza taste. It’s designed to be a crowd-pleaser, ensuring you’ll bring a dish that’s not just good, but truly memorable.
Imagine a warm, bubbly, intensely cheesy dip with savory bites of sausage and zesty pepperoni, all coated in a classic pizza sauce. The texture is wonderfully creamy, with just the right amount of stretch from the melted mozzarella and Italian cheese blend. It’s a hearty appetizer that feels indulgent and satisfying, perfect for cozy nights in or lively party atmospheres. Expect a comforting, robust flavor profile that hits all the right notes for pizza lovers.
Customization & Variations
Feel free to adapt this dip to your taste! You could swap the sweet Italian sausage for a spicy version if you prefer more heat, or even use ground turkey sausage for a lighter take. While this recipe includes mini pepperoni, feel free to add other favorite pizza toppings like finely diced bell peppers, black olives, or sautéed mushrooms. For an extra layer of flavor, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes offers a subtle kick.
This Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip is ideal for game days, potlucks, or any casual get-together where delicious, shareable food is appreciated. Serve it hot and bubbly directly from the oven, surrounded by plenty of crusty bread for dipping. It's an appetizer that genuinely brings people together, sparking conversations and satisfying appetites.