Make a batch of Pepperoni Pizza Dip Wonton Cups in less than 30 minutes, and enjoy them as an easy dinner or tasty game day appetizer.
I can't even begin to describe how much I love, love, love football. Actually, I should say college football, because that's really what we watch. I like to make a bunch of easy appetizers, and then set them out to nibble on while we enjoy the game. Even the non football-loving family members like game days because there's plenty of food, and Mom and Dad are glued to the TV for a couple of hours. So, there's no nagging about homework or chores for a little while.
Last year, some of our favorite snacks were pepperoni pizza dip, jalapeno popper cups with bacon and of course, wings -- gotta have wings on game day! The only problem is that the dip is messy, and it's challenging to pile some on a plate and try to scoop it up while you're watching TV.
So, I started making the pizza dip just like the jalapeno popper cups -- in wonton wrappers. These are so much easier to manage, and the kids just love them!
Basically, you place the wrappers in a muffin tin, and then you layer on the dip ingredients. Bake them in the oven for a few minutes, and you've got a crunchy, creamy, cheesy, savory snack.
I tried making these more like a pizza, but the family didn't really care for them. But they absolutely love these little individual mini pizza dip cups.
Not only are these easy to make, but you can also vary the ingredients a little to suit your own preferences. I've also made some with sausage instead of pepperoni, and I've made some without any meat at all. Whatever works. You could even make these truly bite sized by using a mini muffin tin!
How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Dip Wonton Cups
Recipe
Pepperoni Pizza Dip Wonton Cups
Ingredients
- 8- oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup pasta sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 24 wonton wrappers
- 36 slices thin pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning mix
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Coat 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick spray or oil
- Line each muffin cup with two wonton wrappers
- Layer cream cheese, pasta sauce, mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese in each wonton cup
- Top with 3 slices pepperoni each, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden brown
- Cool slightly, then enjoy!
Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.
Nutrition
And, if you're not a football fan, I suppose we can still be friends. Just kidding!
Seriously though, if you're not a football fan, you can always make these pepperoni pizza dip wonton cups for a very quick and easy dinner or lunch. We do this sometimes on Friday nights, and it's way cheaper than ordering pizza -- very family friendly too! We might watch a movie and nibble on some very tasty finger foods -- fun times!
Have a fun day, friends!
Matt says
Can these be made ahead and reheated?
Dee says
Yes. You can reheat in the oven for best results.
Jane says
Making these for the first time for Super Bowl. What are the proportions for each ingredient in each cup. No mixing of ingredients, just layering?
Thank you in advance!
Dee says
I just try to make everything come out even -- no mixing or measuring. It's also easy to add more sauce or cheese if you want.
Christy says
Made these! They r delicious!!! My daughter doesn't like cream cheese. Can It be omitted?
Dee says
You can try using just the shredded cheese and sauce so that it would be more like pizza cups. Let me know how they turn out. 🙂
Amy says
I've tried to make something similar, but they didn't look as pretty as this! Just letting you know I'll be featuring your recipe tonight at Best of the Weekend!
Joanie @ ZagLeft says
I'm so excited for college football too and these would be perfect to serve. I know I could eat the entire tray!
Dee says
Exactly! I just love college football season; 🙂
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
These little bites are just perfect! I could down a whole batch!
Dee says
Me too, Justine. They go so fast in our house!
Sandi (@fearless_dining) says
What a delicious idea for a tailgate party.
Dee says
Thanks, Sandi. I love tailgate parties!
Sabrina says
What a creative serving vessel! This is a great idea!
Dee says
It's so much easier than eating the usual dip. 🙂
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
These are so fun! Such a great idea, I can't wait to try them!
Dee says
Thanks! We just love them, and the kids never complain when these are on the menu. 😉
Cathy Trochelman says
Gosh YUM! These are making me so hungry!!
Dee says
Thanks, Cathy. I can't wait to make some more!
Brandy | Nutmeg Nanny says
Oh my gosh! These would be perfect for our football parties!
Dee says
They are just awesome for parties!
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
I don't like football but I'm like you and love the food! Bookmarking these. 🙂 They look great!
Dee says
Thank you so much, Erin! Football wouldn't be as fun without the food. 🙂
Des @ Life's Ambrosia says
These are football game day perfection!
Dee says
Thanks, Des. I'm so looking forward to game day!
Amy @ Little Dairy on the Prairie says
This is the best idea! My family would go crazy over these!
Dee says
Thanks, Amy. My family sure did!