Cheesy Baked Pizza Dip (Print Format)
Tangy cream cheese, pizza sauce, sausage, and mozzarella blend into a crave-worthy, sharable baked appetizer.
# Ingredients:
→ Base Layer
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8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
02 -
8 oz sour cream
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2 tsp oregano
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2 tsp garlic powder
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2 tsp ranch seasoning
→ Toppings
06 -
14 oz jar of pizza sauce
07 -
1 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
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4 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese
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2 oz mini pepperonis
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2 oz bacon bits
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, oregano, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning until well combined.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of an 11-inch pie pan or a 9x9-inch baking dish.
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Top the cream cheese layer with the pizza sauce and cooked Italian sausage.
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Spread the grated mozzarella cheese over the top, then add the mini pepperonis and bacon bits.
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Bake the dish for approximately 25 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.
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Serve hot and enjoy!
# Tips:
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This dip can be assembled up to two days in advance. Cover tightly and refrigerate, then bake when ready, adding about 10 extra minutes to the total cooking time.
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Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preference. Vegetables can be added, but they may not be favored by all guests at parties.