If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings the flavors of pizza to a dip, you’ve come to the right place. This cheesy pizza dip is perfect for parties, game days, or just a cozy night at home. It’s the kind of dish that will have everyone reaching for more, as they enjoy the melty cheese and delicious toppings.
Imagine dipping crispy breadsticks or crunchy tortilla chips into a warm, gooey mixture of cheese, pepperoni, and savory pizza sauce. Each bite is a burst of flavor that transports you straight to your favorite pizzeria, all in the comfort of your own home.
This recipe makes it easy to customize based on what toppings you love the most. Whether you’re a fan of classic pepperoni, fresh vegetables, or even spicy sausage, this dip is a versatile treat that everyone can enjoy.
Delicious Cheesy Pizza Dip for Sharing
This cheesy pizza dip is a warm, comforting dish featuring layers of melted cheese, zesty marinara sauce, and your favorite pizza toppings. It’s creamy, satisfying, and ideal for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Tortilla chips, pita chips, or breadsticks for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
- Add Toppings: Fold in the sliced pepperoni and any additional toppings like olives if using.
- Bake the Dip: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with tortilla chips, pita chips, or breadsticks.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 300kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
Easy Shrimp Pasta
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine pasta or your favorite pasta shape
- 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined tails removed salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
- 3 cloves garlic minced*
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese* plus more for serving zest of 1 medium lemon juice optional
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes more or less to taste chopped fresh parsley for serving
Instructions
- “Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water (you will not use the full cup, but I find it easy to just scoop out one measuring cup’s worth). Drain pasta; do not rinse.
- Meanwhile, pat shrimp dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the butter has melted and the pan is hot, add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer. Cook for about 2-3 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Transfer shrimp to a clean plate and cover to keep warm.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add the cooked pasta and a few tablespoons of the reserved pasta cooking water. Toss to combine. Remove pan from the heat.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, red pepper flakes and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, to taste, evenly over the pasta. If you’d like the dish to have more lemon flavor, you can also squeeze in a bit of the juice from the lemon. (I usually do!) Toss to combine.
- Add the cooked shrimp and toss to mix it into the pasta. Garnish with more Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley and serve.”
Notes
Garlic: If you really love garlic, you can add an extra clove or two.
Parmesan: I highly recommend buying a block of fresh Parmesan and grating it yourself for this recipe. Freshly grated Parmesan will melt into the dish so much better than pre-grated from the store.
