How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Dip with Cream Cheese - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of traditional pepperoni pizza, then you're going to love this Pepperoni Pizza Dip with Cream Cheese! It's a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that will be a hit at any party or gathering.

This dip is packed with all the flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza, from the savory pepperoni to the gooey melted cheese. But what sets this recipe apart is the addition of cream cheese, which adds a rich and creamy texture that takes the dip to a whole new level.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ½ (8 ounce) tub cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup pizza sauce, purchased or homemade
  • 8 ounces pepperoni, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ¼ cup panko bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C)
  • Combine Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese in a small bowl. Mix together cream cheese, 1/2 of cheese mixture, and pizza sauce in a bowl until thoroughly blended. Pour into a small baking dish, spreading out evenly.
  • Top with pepperoni pieces, and sprinkle remaining cheese mixture on top. Mix panko and butter together in a small bowl and distribute on top of the dip.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Turn the oven on broil and broil until the top is golden brown or to your liking, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool about 5 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    943 cal.

    • Total Fat: 83g
    • Saturated Fat: 38g
    • Cholesterol: 219mg
    • Sodium: 2501mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Potassium: 395mg