If you love pizza (and who doesn’t?), then this Pizza Dip is about to become your new favorite party appetizer. It’s everything you adore about a cheesy, gooey pizza but in dip form — perfect for scooping up with breadsticks, toasted baguette slices, or even crunchy veggies. With a creamy base made from cream cheese and sour cream, a rich layer of pizza sauce, and plenty of melty mozzarella and Parmesan, this dip is basically pizza without the crust.
What makes it even better? The toppings! Pepperoni and crispy bacon give it that classic pizza flavor we all crave, while fresh herbs sprinkled on top add the perfect finishing touch. Whether you’re hosting a game day party, a family gathering, or just treating yourself on a Friday night, this dip is guaranteed to disappear fast. Serve it straight from the oven and watch as everyone dives in for seconds (and thirds).
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
• All the flavors of pizza in a fun, shareable dip.
• Perfect for parties, game nights, or family snacking.
• Super versatile — add your favorite pizza toppings!
• Easy to make ahead and bake just before serving.
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 15–20 pepperoni slices or ¼ cup mini pepperoni
- 3 slices crispy cooked bacon, chopped
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to blend cream cheese, ¾ cup mozzarella, sour cream, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth. Spread into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish or baking pan.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer. Top with Parmesan, remaining mozzarella, pepperoni, and bacon.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for 3–5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley or basil, and serve with toasted French bread, breadsticks, or rolls.
Tips:
- Add your favorite toppings: mushrooms, olives, sausage, or green peppers.
- For a lighter version, use light cream cheese and reduced-fat mozzarella.
- Want extra gooeyness? Sprinkle an extra handful of mozzarella on top before baking.
Storage and Reheating:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F until warmed through or microwave in short bursts.
- Not freezer-friendly — the cream cheese base doesn’t thaw well.
