Microwave Layered Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Get ready to wow your guests with this irresistible Microwave Layered Pepperoni Pizza Dip, a quick and cheesy comfort food that combines the flavor punch of pizza with the ease of a microwave appetizer. This layered masterpiece starts with a creamy base of seasoned cream cheese, followed by tangy marinara sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, zesty Parmesan, and a topping of savory pepperoni slices. Infused with Italian seasoning and garlic powder for extra zest, this dip is perfectly paired with tortilla chips, crackers, or baguette slices for scooping up every last bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for game days, parties, or anytime snacking. It’s a melty, bubbly, pizza-inspired indulgence no one can resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 20 pieces Pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- as desired Tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized microwave-safe dish, spread the cream cheese evenly across the bottom as the first layer. This will be the creamy base of your dip.
Sprinkle the garlic powder and half of the dried Italian seasoning evenly over the cream cheese layer for added flavor.
Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the cream cheese layer. Ensure it reaches the edges to create a complete second layer.
Add a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese, using about 1 cup of the total mozzarella quantity. Spread it evenly across the marinara sauce.
Scatter the Parmesan cheese over the mozzarella layer for extra depth of flavor.
Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese layers, ensuring good coverage for each scoop of the dip.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella (about 0.5 cups) and the rest of the Italian seasoning over the pepperoni layer.
Microwave the dish on high for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the dip is heated through. Cooking time may vary depending on the strength of your microwave.
Carefully remove the dish from the microwave (use oven mitts as it will be hot) and let it cool for 1-2 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 162.9 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.1 g | 430% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 4048 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 89.4 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1942 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 567 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
