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    Meals » Recipes » Appetizers

    Pepperoni Pizza Dip Recipe

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Feb 22, 2022 by Dee

    Pepperoni Pizza Dip is an easy appetizer that is basically crustless pizza. This warm cheesy dip is the perfect low carb game day snack and a favorite food for cheese lovers anytime! via @meamel

    Pepperoni Pizza Dip is an easy appetizer that is basically crustless pizza. This warm cheesy dip is the perfect low carb game day snack and a favorite food for cheese lovers anytime!

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    hand dipping toasted bread round into cheesy pepperoni pizza dip

    Cheesy pepperoni dip or pepperoni pizza dip is one of the most delicious warm dip recipes you can make. This cheesy dip has cream cheese, pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese with a layer of crispy pepperoni slices on top.

    I have been making pepperoni dip for years now, and it's definitely a family favorite. We serve this easy snack on game days, holidays and family game night.

    It's super easy, and you can even make pizza dip in your microwave or air fryer. ThIf you're a pizza lover or cheese lover, this cheesy pepperoni pizza dip is for you!

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    cream cheese, parmesan cheese, seasoning, pepperoni slices, marinara and mozzarella cheese

    Ingredients

    You only need a few simple ingredients for this pepperoni pizza dip recipe. You can find them in your grocery store or online:

    • Cream cheese -- brick-style cream cheese, not cream cheese spread
    • Parmesan cheese
    • Pizza sauce or marinara sauce
    • Italian seasoning -- for extra flavor
    • Mozzarella cheese
    • Pepperoni slices -- or mini pepperonis

    How to Make Pepperoni Dip Recipe

    First, preheat your oven to 400 degrees f. Next, spray a pie plate or shallow baking dish or casserole dish with non stick spray.

    Spread the softened cream cheese on the bottom of the pie plate. Then, top it with about half of the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.

    pizz-dip-cheese-in-pan

    Next, you add the marinara sauce, and spread it evenly over the cream cheese mixture.

    Top the sauce with shredded mozzarella cheese and the remaining Parmesan cheese.

    You can add more cheese if you feel like it. This easy pizza dip is all about the cheese, so the more, the better!

    pepperoni-pizza-dip-sauce

    Add the pepperoni slices on top of the cheeses. Then, sprinkle Italian seasoning on top of the pepperoni.

    You can space the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese. Or, add extra pepperoni if you like.

    unbaked pepperoni dip in a pie plate

    Cooking Time

    Bake the pizza dip in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes. The exact time depends on how hot your oven is.

    When the cheese is melted and bubbling, the dip is ready to eat! Let it sit at room temperature for a bit, and then dive right in!

    pepperoni dip or crustless pizza in a pie plate on the table

    What to Serve with the Dip

    So, what to serve with pizza dip? We serve this irresistible dip with toasted bread rounds, pita chips or crusty bread.

    To keep this cheesy appetizer keto friendly and low carb, you can serve celery sticks, cauliflower, broccoli or carrot sticks.

    Or, simple dive into the cheesy goodness with a fork or spoon. Dive right into this big pizza pie, and watch all of that glorious gooey cheese stretch as far as it can go. Now, that's amoré!

    Variations

    You can easily change the basic pizza dip recipe to suit your tastes. Top the dip with cooked Italian sausage crumbles or ham and pineapple.

    Or, make a meatless cream cheese dip and add your favorite blend of cheeses here. Cheddar cheese, pepperjack cheese, and Mexican blend are always a huge hit!

    Make it a veggie lover's crustless pizza with bell pepper slices and olives. Black olives, mini bell peppers, and red or green onions are some favorite veggies.

    You can also cook pizza dip in the microwave until the cheese melts. It's good, but you won't get crispy pepperoni and that gorgeous golden cheese on top!

    How to Store

    We never have leftover pepperoni dip around here. But, if you do, just store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

    If you want cold pizza dip, dig in! Otherwise, you can reheat the dip in the microwave for a couple of minutes. Or, reheat it in the oven until warm.

    pepperoni dip with stretchy cheese

    Recipe

    pepperoni pizza dip with basil in pie plate on the table

    Pepperoni Pizza Dip

    Published by Dee
    Pepperoni Pizza Dip is an easy appetizer that is basically crustless pizza. This warm cheesy dip is the perfect low carb game day snack and a favorite food for cheese lovers anytime!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 198 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 ounces cream cheese
    • 1 cup marinara sauce
    • 2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
    • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning miz
    • slices Pepperoni as many as you like

    Instructions
     

    • Spread the cream cheese into a shallow baking dish, and top with half of the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
    • Spoon the marinara sauce over the cheese layer and spread until cheese is covered.
    • Add mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheeses and spices, and top with sliced pepperoni.
    • Bake at 400 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and pepperoni is crisp.
    • Allow to cool just slightly, then serve.

    Notes

    You can add more cheese if you want a cheesier dip.
    You can also heat the dip in the microwave or oven style air fryer.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 611mgPotassium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 583IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 349mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe? Please comment and rate it! Show me your dish on Instagram!Mention @meatloafandmelodrama or tag #meatloafandmelodrama!

    There's something incredibly addicting about diving into the melty cheese with a piece of crusty bread and watching the cheese stretch longer and longer when you pull the bread out.

    At least my family thinks so -- They even  have contests to see whose cheese will stretch the longest. Yep, we're weird that way!

    Recipe published in 2015 and updated in 2022

    pepperoni-pizza-dip-recipe

    I hope you enjoy this easy pepperoni dip recipe as much as we do. My family thinks it's the perfect appetizer for football season or holidays and an easy delicious meal anytime.

    If you like this cheesy goodness as much as we do, please leave a comment and star rating!

    For more simple dip recipes and easy meals, be sure to follow along on social media and sign up for the weekly newsletter!

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    1. Patrick says

      March 03, 2022 at 4:39 pm

      This is great stuff! Had to make two batches because I sampled too much of it to serve to guests!5 stars

      Reply
    2. Pat says

      January 16, 2019 at 12:47 pm

      Can this be made ahead and reheated?

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 16, 2019 at 3:24 pm

        Yes! I've done this before, and it was fine. 🙂

    3. Dee M says

      October 18, 2015 at 1:23 am

      Thanks, Sarah. We can't get enough of this stuff! 🙂

      Reply
    4. Dee M says

      October 18, 2015 at 1:21 am

      We have this almost every time there's a game on now. 🙂

      Reply
    5. Michelle Nahom says

      October 09, 2015 at 10:23 pm

      Looks like the perfect game day appetizer to me! Yum!

      Reply
    6. Gail Akeman Frugal and Coupon Crazy says

      October 09, 2015 at 7:26 am

      So easy and delicious, and cheap

      Reply
    7. Sarah Rose says

      October 06, 2015 at 11:43 pm

      This pizza dip is everything I want in life - SO GOOD!

      Reply
    8. Miz Helen says

      October 06, 2015 at 5:41 pm

      I just pinned this dip, and can't wait to try it! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a wonderful day.
      Come Back Soon!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    9. Dee M says

      October 04, 2015 at 7:24 am

      We're addicted to this dip now, and we had it again tonight during the game. Thanks for stopping by, Paula! 🙂

      Reply
    10. [email protected] says

      October 04, 2015 at 6:14 am

      This sounds so good, perfect for enjoying while watching a football game. Thanks for sharing on "Best of the Weekend" letting me discover your post. Pinning!

      Reply
    11. Paula Kiger says

      October 04, 2015 at 6:14 am

      Yum yum nom nom nom!

      Reply
    12. Dee M says

      October 02, 2015 at 6:18 am

      Thanks so much, Trish. I hope you like it as much as we do! )

      Reply
    13. Trish Martin says

      October 01, 2015 at 6:50 am

      Dee, this looks so delicious. I am pinning this because I have to try it.

      Reply
    14. Dee M says

      September 30, 2015 at 2:44 pm

      Thanks, Carol. My husband is planning to take the ingredients to work and make it for his co-workers -- it's that easy!

      Reply
    15. Carol says

      September 30, 2015 at 2:44 pm

      I think even The Man could make this.....he's pretty much a "basics only" guy in the kitchen, but he's trying to take over as many of my "duties" as he can. This looks really good, and I've already pinned it!

      Reply

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