Description
Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor? This Easy Pizza Dip is your go-to solution! Combining creamy cheeses and savory ingredients, it’s perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or as a comforting snack. With a delightful mix of Italian sausage, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella, this dip is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Serve it warm with your favorite chips or bread for an irresistible treat that will elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups grated mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
- ½ cup diced onion
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1 jar (25 oz) marinara sauce
- 1 cup mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the Italian sausage. Add onions and mushrooms; cook until tender. Drain excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Parmesan, and 1 cup mozzarella until smooth.
- Layer half of the cream cheese mixture in the baking dish, followed by half of the marinara sauce, sausage mixture, and pepperoni. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining mozzarella and additional pepperoni if desired.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the dip (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg