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Cozy Pizza Dip Recipe Easy Loaded with Pepperoni and Cheese

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A quick and easy pizza dip loaded with pepperoni and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or casual snacking. This cozy dip combines a creamy cheese base with zesty marinara and crispy pepperoni for irresistible comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices
  • 3/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • A few leaves fresh basil or parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded mozzarella (reserve a little for topping), grated Parmesan, sautéed garlic with oil, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Pour marinara sauce evenly into the bottom of an oven-safe baking dish (around 8×8 inches).
  5. Spoon the creamy cheese blend over the marinara sauce, spreading it evenly to about half an inch thickness.
  6. Arrange pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese layer, slightly overlapping for extra crispiness.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved shredded mozzarella over the pepperoni.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden around the edges.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For a crispier top, broil for the last 2 minutes watching closely to avoid burning. Stirring halfway through baking changes texture to more mixed and less layered. Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Use fresh shredded cheese for best melt. Can be made in a slow cooker on low for 2 hours.

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Keywords: pizza dip, pepperoni dip, cheesy dip, easy appetizer, party food, comfort food, baked dip

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