Philly Cheesy Pizza Dip
Dive into the gooey, indulgent goodness of Philly Cheesy Pizza Dip—a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering. This irresistible dip layers a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, and mozzarella with tangy marinara sauce, sautéed bell peppers, and onions, all topped with melty cheese and savory pepperoni slices. Baked to bubbly perfection in under 30 minutes, this pizza-inspired dip is bursting with the classic flavors of Italian seasoning and garlic. Serve it warm with breadsticks, tortilla chips, or crackers for a guaranteed hit that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you're hosting a party or whipping up something special for family movie night, Philly Cheesy Pizza Dip is the ultimate comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 20 slices Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Breadsticks, tortilla chips, or crackers (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium-sized skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced green bell pepper and chopped onion. Sauté for 2–3 minutes, or until softened. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and well combined.
Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch oven-safe skillet or baking dish.
Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the cheese mixture.
Sprinkle the sautéed bell pepper and onion over the marinara sauce layer.
Add the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on top, spreading it evenly.
Arrange the pepperoni slices in a single layer over the mozzarella cheese.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the cheese is hot and bubbly.
If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve warm with breadsticks, tortilla chips, or crackers for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2914 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.9 g | 310% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.3 g | 667% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 664 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 5195 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 121.4 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3114 mg | 240% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 923 mg | 20% | |
*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.
