Spicy Baked Jalapeno Pizza Dip
Dive into the ultimate crowd-pleaser with our Spicy Baked Jalapeño Pizza Dip! This creamy, cheesy appetizer combines the irresistible flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza with a fiery kick from fresh jalapeños and red pepper flakes. Layered with rich cream cheese, tangy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella, and parmesan, this dip is baked to golden, bubbly perfection. Packed with bold pizza-inspired seasonings, savory pepperoni, and a touch of fresh green onions for garnish, it’s an easy 30-minute recipe that’s perfect for game day, parties, or any gathering. Serve it warm with crunchy tortilla chips, crackers, or crusty bread for a spicy, shareable snack that’ll have everyone coming back for more!
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Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup pepperoni slices, chopped
- 2 jalapeños, fresh, finely diced (seeded for less heat)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 0 tortilla chips, crackers, or bread slices (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, 3/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
Step 4
Add the diced jalapeños and about 3/4 of the chopped pepperoni to the mixture. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
Step 5
Spread the mixture into an oven-safe baking dish or cast-iron skillet, smoothing out the top.
Step 6
Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the cream cheese mixture, making sure to cover the surface.
Step 7
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese over the pizza sauce.
Step 8
Top with the remaining chopped pepperoni and a few thinly sliced jalapeños for garnish (optional).
Step 9
Place the dish into the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow the dip to cool for 5 minutes.
Step 11
Sprinkle the top with sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Step 12
Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or slices of bread for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1335.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3761.0 |
| Total Fat 318.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 163.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 811.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9668.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 100.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 46.3g | |
| Protein 151.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 3233.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2583.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories