Description
This Pepperoni Dip Recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. It’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
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Creamy Base:
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Cheesy Goodness:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Flavorful Toppings:
- 1 cup chopped pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until smooth. Add mozzarella, Parmesan, and most of the pepperoni. Mix well.
- Transfer and Bake: Transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with reserved pepperoni, and red pepper flakes. Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions. Serve warm with crackers, baguette slices, or tortilla chips.
Notes
- Try turkey pepperoni or jalapeños for variations.
- Slow cooker option: Cook on low for 2 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
