Cheesy Hot Pizza Dip

Dive into the irresistible world of comfort food with this Cheesy Hot Pizza Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines all the flavors of your favorite pizza in a bubbling, creamy dip. Perfect for game days, parties, or movie nights, this dish layers tangy marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, savory parmesan, and classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, and black olives over a rich blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. The result? A melty, golden masterpiece bursting with Italian herbs, a hint of garlic, and an optional spicy kick from red pepper flakes. Serve it warm with baguette slices, crackers, or tortilla chips and watch it disappear in minutes. Whether you're hosting or indulging solo, this comforting and easy-to-make dip is sure to be the star of the snack table!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded parmesan cheese
• 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
• 0.5 cup pepperoni slices
• 0.25 cup green bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 cup sliced black olives
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
• 1 batch baguette slices, crackers, or tortilla chips (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

Stir in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan cheese. Mix well.

Step 4

Spread the cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch round or square baking dish.

Step 5

Pour marinara or pizza sauce on top of the cheese layer and spread it evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded parmesan cheese.

Step 7

Top with pepperoni slices, diced green bell pepper, and sliced black olives. Add red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.

Step 8

Sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder evenly over the toppings.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden around the edges.

Step 10

Carefully remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with freshly chopped basil if desired and serve warm with baguette slices, crackers, or tortilla chips for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1314.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3632.9

Total Fat 263.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 117.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 633.0mg	0%
Sodium 7566.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 130.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2222.8mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 1786.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.4%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 21.4%