Baked Pepperoni Dip

Baked Pepperoni Dip is full of gooey cheesy goodness, with all the amazing flavors of pepperoni pizza! Whether you’re entertaining friends, hosting a game-day party, or celebrating the holidays, this crowd-pleasing hot dip is always a favorite.

If you are a fan of hot dips, then Crock Pot Spinach Artichoke Dip or Beef Queso Dip are recipes that you’ll love making a serving.

Hand holding a tortilla chip with a scoop of Pepperonit dip with tomato sauce and cheese.

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Baked Pepperoni Dip: An Ooey Goody Masterpiece

This warm, delicious appetizer is made with rich tomato sauce, loads of baked cheese, classic Italian herbs, and seasonings, and just a few other simple ingredients. Each bite tastes like pizza on a chip, and I’m not joking when I say that if you did a blind taste test, you might not be able to tell the difference.

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Cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, sour cream, tomato saue, garlic, chopped pepperoni salt, red pepper, oregano and basil on a wooden counter.

Ingredients Needed For This Recipe

Cream Cheese
Sour Cream
Tomato Sauce
Dried Oregano
Dried Basil
Fresh Garlic
Red Pepper Flakes
Salt and Pepper – to taste
Pepperoni Slices
Mozzarella Cheese

Variations And Additions

There are all kinds of change-ups for this hot dip, so let your inner chef roar!

Add Italian sausage, ground beef or ham for a meat lovers pizza vibe.
Mushrooms, black olives, red or green peppers are yummy and nutritious.
Kick the flavor into high gear with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, or red pepper flakes.
Want more cheese? Add Parmesan cheese or cheddar.

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How To Make Baked Pepperoni Dip

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ½ cup mozzarella cheese in a small bowl.
In a separate bowl, mix tomato sauce, herbs, salt and pepper.
Layer the cheese mixture on the bottom of a baking dish or pie pan, then spread tomato sauce over the cheese mixture. Sprinkle on chopped pepperoni.
Bake for 15 minutes or until bubbly.
Top with reserved ½ cup mozzarella cheese and bake until cheese is melted.
Serve with your favorite dippers.

White casserole dish with baked pepperoni dip topped with cheese and served with tortilla chips.

Making And Serving Tips For Easy Pizza Dip

Electric Mixer: Using an electric mixer can help blend the cream cheese with other ingredients more uniformly. This ensures the dip has a consistent texture and flavor throughout.
Crock Pot: If you’re planning to serve the dip over a longer period or at a gathering, transferring the baked dip to a crock pot on the ‘keep warm’ setting can be a great way to maintain its temperature. This ensures that every scoop remains as gooey and delightful as the first.

People Often Ask

Can I use low-fat or non-dairy cream cheese as a substitute?

Yes, you can use low-fat or non-dairy cream cheese, but the texture and flavor might vary slightly.

What’s the best way to reheat the dip if it cools down?

The microwave is the quickest way to reheat the dip. Do it in short intervals, stirring in between, to ensure even heating. Alternatively, you can reheat it in the oven at a low temperature until warmed through.

Can this dip be made ahead of time and baked later?

Absolutely! Prepare the dip, cover it, and store it in the fridge. When you’re ready, bake it as directed, possibly adding a few more minutes to the baking time if it’s coming straight from the fridge.

What’s good to serve with pizza dip?

Warm bread sticks, pita chips, crostini, tortilla, carrot or celery sticks are all great dippers to serve with this recipe.

White casserole dish with baked Pepperoni Dip with 1 tortilla chip.

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