Description
This cheesy, savory dip brings all the flavors of pepperoni pizza into a creamy, dippable form! With layers of melted cheese, tangy marinara sauce, and crispy pepperoni, it’s the perfect appetizer for parties, game day, or casual get-togethers. Serve with crunchy chips, bread, or veggies for the ultimate snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni, chopped (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish (such as a 9×9-inch dish).
- Pour the marinara sauce evenly over the cream cheese mixture.
- Top the sauce with chopped pepperoni and extra mozzarella cheese for a gooey finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden on top.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions and extra pepperoni slices, if desired.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crusty bread, or veggies for dipping!
Notes
- For a spicier dip, add extra red pepper flakes or even a dash of hot sauce to the mixture.
- You can swap out the pepperoni for other meats like sausage or bacon, or make it vegetarian by adding more veggies such as bell peppers or olives.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and baked right before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Italian