Pepperoni pizza dip is baked until hot and bubbly with a blend of cheeses, pepperoni and all the delicious flavors of your favorite pizza.

Pepperoni Pizza Dip

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

I love making this pepperoni pizza for my friends and family.

It’s the perfect appetizer for relaxing in front of the tv, parties or really any kind of get together you can think of.

It also goes great with a football game, too. Just sayin.

Everyone loves pizza so this recipe is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Every time I make it, I receive the ultimate compliment. No leftovers!

This pizza dip always gets completely eaten up first no matter what I serve it with.

That’s a great sign that the recipe you just made is a great one.

It’s such a fun spin on traditional pizza with all the great flavors that we all love.

I hope you give this recipe a try. I know that if you do, you’ll love it just as much as my family and friend do.

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What other toppings can I use for this pepperoni pizza dip?

There are so many different toppings you could use for this pizza dip, not just pepperoni.

You can leave the pepperoni on if you’d like and add to it or leave it out completely if you’d like.

The options are completely up to you. Anything that would be a good pizza topping like meatball, peppers and onions or mushroom would work here.

I’d just suggest that whatever ingredient you choose that it be cut into small pieces so it’s easily scooped up for the dip.

Do I really have to shred the cheese myself?

Yes, absolutely!

This is the one thing that I’d really urge you not to take a shortcut on.

Pre-shredded bagged cheese has chemicals in it like cellulose.

This keeps the cheese from clumping but it also prevents it from melting properly.

Shred the cheese off the block and the pizza dip will be much creamier

Other delicious dip recipes

If you like simple and delicious recipes just like this one, here are a few others that I know you’ll love, too.

How to soften the cream cheese

Lots of recipes call for softened cream cheese and there are a few ways that you can do it.

First, just take it out of the fridge and toss it onto the counter for about 30 minutes. That’s all there is to it! The cream cheese will be perfect after that time.

Second, you can add it (still sealed) to a bowl of warm water. This method will take even faster. About 10-15 minutes.

And last but not least, you can always use the trusty microwave. Take the cream cheese out of the package and place it onto a plate. Microwave it for 30 seconds – 1 minute and you’re done!

Pepperoni pizza ingredients

Cream cheese, room temperature
Mozzarella cheese, shredded
Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt and pepper
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Pepperoni, chopped into small pieces
Pita chips
Finishing olive oil (optional)
Dried parsely (optional)

Instructions

First, in a large bowl, add the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder and Italian seasoning.

Then add some of the pepperoni and mix it all together.

Now add it to an oven safe baking dish and spread it out evenly.

After that, sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese and diced pepperoni on top.

Next, bake it uncovered at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the dip is bubbly on the sides.

Finally, let it cool slightly and drizzle with a little good olive oil and dried parsley. Serve with pita chips and enjoy.