Hot Pizza Dip – Cheesy Bubbly and Loaded with Classic Pizza Flavours
Hot Pizza Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer inspired by classic pizza.It combines tomato sauce, cream cheese, and melted mozzarella.The dip is baked until bubbly and golden.It’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.Toppings can be customized to taste.This dish delivers pizza flavor without the crust.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup sliced pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons sliced olives (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped bell peppers (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Spread softened cream cheese evenly in an oven-safe dish.
- Layer pizza sauce over the cream cheese.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Add pepperoni and optional toppings.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Garnish and serve hot with bread or chips.
Notes
- Use full-fat cheese for best melting.
- Homemade pizza sauce enhances flavour.
- Keep layers even for uniform baking.
- Can be baked in a cast-iron skillet.
- Best served immediately.
- Reheat gently to maintain texture.
- Gluten-free if served with veggie dippers.
- Customize toppings freely.