Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Posted: 02/05/2016
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.
Imagine irresistible pepperoni pizza in dip form. I can’t think of many things better than that. This pepperoni pizza dip will be a hit at all your parties.
It’s probably no secret that I love pizza – I mean, who doesn’t? I think it’s fun turning the classic pepperoni pizza, loved by everyone, into other things. Enjoy guilty pleasures like Parmesan-crusted pepperoni pizza grilled cheese, pepperoni pizza lasagna rolls and pizza mac and cheese muffins, or healthier versions of pizza like bite-sized zucchini pizzas, 6 layer hummus pizza dip, pizza quinoa stuffed peppers, and pizza zucchini noodles.
About this pepperoni pizza dip
This dip starts with a trifecta of cheeses – mozzarella (to give that stringy melty goodness), cream cheese (to keep it all together), and salty parmesan for the boost of flavor that we all enjoy.
I like to use mini pepperoni but if you can’t find them or don’t want to stray from your favorite pepperoni brand, just cut up your pepperoni into smaller pieces to make for easier dipping. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh basil. For dipping, I use toasted bread (crostini) but crackers, chips, or fresh bread would be tasty, too.
It goes without saying that this dip would be perfect for any game day party. If you’re having a lot of people over, you might want to double the batch because this pepperoni pizza dip is going to be popular!
Used in this recipe:
Clearly I have more dip recipes for you — always!
- Healthy Southwestern Creamy Black Bean Dip
- Stovetop Spinach Dip with Sundried Tomatoes
- Two Ingredient Cranberry Salsa
- Herbed Feta Dip
- Roasted Cauliflower and Cheddar Dip
- Broccoli and Bacon Beer Cheese Dip
- Hot Caprese Dip Recipe
- Hummus Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Restaurant Style Salsa
- Pepperoni Alfredo Dip from Inside BruCrew Life
- Hawaiian Pizza Dip from Bake Your Day
Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!
servings
Imagine irresistible pepperoni pizza in dip form. I can’t think of many things better than that. This pepperoni pizza dip will be a hit at all your parties.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded low-moisture part skim mozzarella
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 3 heaping tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnishing
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked pepper, more to taste
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni
- bread or crackers for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spray a pie plate with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, chopped basil and oregano, garlic powder and pepper. Spread into bottom of prepared pie dish.
- Top with pizza sauce and then pepperoni.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until heated through and bubbling.
- Let stand for 10 minutes and then serve immediately.
Notes
- Serving size: 2 tablespoons.
- Dried basil and oregano could be substituted for the fresh. Use 1/2 teaspoon of each.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 2tablespoons, Calories: 135kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 29mg, Sodium: 333mg, Sugar: 1g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
Verdict: Umm, so good. I had to send most of it to my neighbor’s house so I didn’t eat it all when I was testing this recipe.
Husband’s take: What dude wouldn’t love this pepperoni pizza dip?
Changes I would make: None are necessary but try adding some of your favorite pizza toppings to the dip to make it your own.
Difficulty: Very easy.
denise says
yummy
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
I looooooove this dip Rachel. I make a similar one all the time. Except this one looks even cheesier. WIN. And where did you get the mini pepperonis?? I can never find them! They are so crunchy and delicious!!
DessertForTwo says
I’m not sharing this. I’m going to sit on the couch and eat it all by myself!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
Now that is an appetizer!!! Oh my, it looks sooooooo tasty! I’ll just be over here drooling over this amazingness! :)
Rachel Gurk says
:) Thanks Taylor!