Description
The Best Hot Cheesy Pizza Dip is an irresistible treat that brings people together, making it perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture and bold flavors, your guests will keep coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup cooked Italian sausage or pepperoni, chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Tortilla chips or sliced baguette for dipping
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a spatula or a hand mixer for a smooth, creamy base.
3. Stir in the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Add the pizza sauce, cooked Italian sausage or pepperoni, and if desired, toss in the black olives and bell peppers. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if you like some heat. Mix everything until well incorporated.
5. Spread the mixture evenly in a baking dish.
6. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until it’s bubbling and lightly golden on top.
7. Once baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips or sliced baguette.
Notes
To create a lighter version, consider using low-fat cream cheese and sour cream and reducing the amount of cheese. You can also add more fresh vegetables to bulk it up without excess calories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg