Name: Pepperoni Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 10 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounces Cream cheese; 2 cups Mozzarella cheese; 1 cup Parmesan cheese; 1.5 cups Marinara sauce; 2 teaspoons Garlic powder; 2 teaspoons Dried oregano; 10 slices Pepperoni

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Pepperoni Dip

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Ingredients

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Pepperoni Dip

8 ounces Cream cheesesoftened

2 cups Mozzarella cheeseshredded, divided

1 cup Parmesan cheesegrated, divided

1 ½ cups Marinara sauce

2 teaspoons Garlic powderdivided

2 teaspoons Dried oreganodivided

10 slices Pepperoni

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉.

Spread cream cheese in an even layer in a pie dish or 9×9 baking dish.

Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and ½ cup parmesan cheese on top.

Sprinkle 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 1 teaspoon oregano on top of the cheese.

Pour marinara on top of the seasoning, making sure to spread it out evenly.

Top with remaining cheeses and seasonings.

Place pepperoni slices on top.

Bake for 15 minutes or until cheeses melt.

Serve hot with toasted baguette slices.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Crisp Your Pepperoni First 🔥
Pre-cook diced pepperoni in a skillet for 2-3 minutes to render the oils and develop deeper flavor, creating crispy edges that add textural contrast to the creamy dip.
Bloom Your Spices in Butter 🧈
Toast the dried oregano and garlic powder in a small amount of melted butter before mixing into the dip to release their essential oils and intensify the pizza flavor profile.
Use Room Temperature Cream Cheese ✨
Soften your cream cheese at room temperature for 30 minutes before mixing to ensure a smooth, lump-free consistency and even distribution of all ingredients without overmixing.
Layer Your Cheeses Strategically 🧀
Reserve a handful of mozzarella and Parmesan for the top layer before baking to create a beautiful golden crust that contrasts with the creamy interior.
Monitor Internal Temperature 🌡️
Bake until the dip reaches 165°F in the center for food safety, then serve immediately—this prevents overcooking the cheese while ensuring all ingredients are properly heated through.