Game Day Pepperoni Dip (Printable)

Creamy dip blending cheese, halal pepperoni, and pizza sauce for delicious game day snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Sauces

05 - 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce

→ Meats

06 - 3 oz halal turkey or beef pepperoni slices

→ Vegetables & Herbs

07 - 1 small green bell pepper, diced
08 - 2 tbsp sliced black olives
09 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil

→ Pantry

10 - 1/2 tsp dried oregano
11 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F.
02 - Mix cream cheese, 1/2 cup mozzarella, 1/4 cup cheddar, 1/4 cup Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
03 - Spread cream cheese mixture evenly in an 8-inch oven-safe baking dish.
04 - Pour pizza sauce evenly over cream cheese layer.
05 - Sprinkle remaining mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan over sauce.
06 - Top with halal pepperoni slices, diced green bell pepper, and black olives.
07 - Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired, and cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm with pita chips, breadsticks, or sliced baguette.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything tastes exactly like your favorite pizza but in warm, dippable form
  • It comes together in under ten minutes and bakes while you greet guests
  • The halal pepperoni means everyone can enjoy it without worrying about ingredients
02 -
  • Do not skip the resting period, because the dip needs those few minutes to firm up slightly or it will slide right off your chips
  • If the top is browning too quickly but the center is not bubbly, tent a piece of foil over the dish for the last 5 minutes
  • This dip thickens as it cools, so serve it within 30 minutes of baking for the creamiest texture
03 -
  • Line your baking dish with foil before adding ingredients for the easiest cleanup ever
  • If your cream cheese is still cold, cut it into cubes and microwave for 15 seconds to soften quickly
  • Double the recipe and bake in a 9x13 inch dish for larger crowds, keeping the baking time the same

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