Pizza Dip Recipe
This Pizza Dip Recipe is the ultimate cheesy, gooey, and flavorful appetizer, perfect for game nights, parties, or a fun family snack. Layered with creamy cheese, rich pizza sauce, and all your favorite toppings, this dip is baked to perfection and served with crispy dippers like breadsticks, crackers, or tortilla chips. A crowd-pleaser that brings all the delicious flavors of pizza in a scoopable, shareable form!
Equipment
- 8x8-inch or 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula or spoon
- Oven
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater (if shredding your own cheese)
Ingredients
- Base Layer:
- 8 oz 1 block cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Sauce Layer:
- 1 cup pizza sauce store-bought or homemade
- Cheese Layer:
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Toppings Choose Your Favorites:
- ¼ cup mini pepperoni slices
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup diced bell peppers red, green, or yellow
- ¼ cup sliced mushrooms
- ¼ cup cooked and crumbled Italian sausage
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil for garnish
- For Serving:
- Breadsticks
- Pita chips
- Crackers
- Tortilla chips
- Sliced baguette
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Base Layer
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Spread this mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Step 2: Add the Sauce and Cheese
- Pour the pizza sauce over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top of the sauce.
- Step 3: Add the Toppings
- Evenly distribute pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, and crumbled sausage (or any toppings of choice).
- Step 4: Bake to Perfection
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm with breadsticks, crackers, or chips.
Notes
Make it Spicy: Add red pepper flakes or drizzle hot sauce over the top for a spicy kick.
Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free cream cheese, vegan cheese, and plant-based sour cream.
Keto-Friendly: Serve with keto-friendly crackers or sliced veggies instead of bread.
Make Ahead: Assemble the dip up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
Dairy-Free Version: Use dairy-free cream cheese, vegan cheese, and plant-based sour cream.
Keto-Friendly: Serve with keto-friendly crackers or sliced veggies instead of bread.
Make Ahead: Assemble the dip up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.