Name: Best Pizza Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt; 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided; 1/2 cup pizza sauce; 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning; 1/4 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked Italian sausage; 2 tbsp sliced olives; 1/4 cup diced bell peppers; 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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A creamy, cheesy, crowd‑pleasing dip that tastes just like pizza in a scoop. I make this when friends are coming over or whenever I want a fun, shareable appetizer that disappears fast.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I love this pizza dip because it has all the flavors of pizza — gooey cheese, savory sauce, pepperoni (or your favorite toppings) — but in dip form. It’s easy to throw together, perfect with chips or bread, and always a hit at parties. Best Pizza Dip

Ingredients

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cream cheese, softened
sour cream or Greek yogurt
mozzarella cheese, shredded
pizza sauce
pepperoni or cooked Italian sausage
sliced olives
diced bell peppers
Italian seasoning
garlic powder
red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
grated Parmesan (optional)

Directions

I preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
I spread the softened cream cheese in the bottom of a baking dish.
I mix sour cream (or Greek yogurt) with shredded mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder, then spread this over the cream cheese.
I pour pizza sauce over the cheese layer, then sprinkle more mozzarella on top.
I scatter pepperoni, olives, and bell peppers over the cheese.
I bake about 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.
I serve warm with tortilla chips, breadsticks, or crunchy baguette slices.

Servings and timing

Servings: 6–8
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes

Variations

I swap pepperoni for cooked sausage, mushrooms, or even pineapple for a fun twist.
For extra cheesiness, I mix in provolone or fontina.
I sometimes add a layer of ricotta with Italian herbs for richness.

Storage/Reheating

I refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. To reheat, I warm it in the oven at 350°F until heated through, or microwave it in portions. Best Pizza Dip

FAQs

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! I assemble it, cover it, and refrigerate up to a day before baking. I add a few extra minutes to the bake time when going from cold.

What’s the best dipping choice?

I like pita chips, baguette slices, garlic bread, or even pretzels.

Can I make it milder?

Yes, I skip the red pepper flakes and use mild pepperoni.

Is this gluten‑free?

It can be — I just use gluten‑free dippers.

Can I add veggies?

Absolutely! I’ve added spinach, artichokes, or roasted red peppers before.

Conclusion

This pizza dip always gets rave reviews because it tastes like everyone’s favorite pizza in a warm, cheesy scoop. It’s easy, versatile, and perfect for game days, gatherings, or anytime snacks.