Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Easy Pizza Dip, your next go-to appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering or cozy night in. This creamy, flavorful dip combines all your favorite pizza ingredients into a crowd-pleasing dish that’s both simple to make and irresistible to eat. With layers of savory Italian sausage, rich marinara sauce, and gooey cheeses, this dip is ideal for game nights, potlucks, or family dinners. Serve it alongside crunchy chips or warm bread for an unforgettable experience. Get ready to impress your guests with this quick and satisfying pizza-inspired treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1 lb Italian sausage (cooked)
- ½ cup diced onion
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1 (25 oz) jar marinara sauce
- 1 cup mini pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown Italian sausage; add onions and mushrooms until softened.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Parmesan, and 1 cup mozzarella until smooth.
- Layer half of the cream cheese mixture in a baking dish, followed by half the marinara sauce, sausage mixture, and half the pepperoni. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and additional pepperoni if desired.
- Bake for 20–30 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ⅓ cup (85g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg