Pepperoni Pizza Dip: A Glorious Cheesy Appetizer
Whip up this crowd-pleasing Pepperoni Pizza Dip for your next gathering. It’s a warm, cheesy, and utterly delicious appetizer that’s sure to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup pepperoni, chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, marinara sauce, and cooked Italian sausage. Stir until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a small oven-safe dish.
- Top with chopped pepperoni, shredded mozzarella cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with your favorite dippers like tortilla chips, crackers, or crusty bread.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip mixture.
- You can substitute ground beef or turkey for the Italian sausage if desired.
- Feel free to add other pizza toppings like mushrooms or olives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8th of the dip
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 kcal (will vary based on exact ingredients)
- Sugar: Approx. 2-4g
- Sodium: Approx. 600-800mg
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 10-12g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 8-10g
- Fiber: Approx. 1-2g
- Protein: Approx. 15-20g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 60-80mg
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