Best 7 Cheesy Pizza Dip Recipes

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Indulge in a cheesy, gooey, and irresistibly delicious culinary creation: Cheesy Pizza Dip. This crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. With three tempting variations – Classic Cheesy Pizza Dip, Cheesy Pizza Dip with a Twist, and Cheesy Pizza Dip with a Kick – this recipe article offers an array of options to suit every palate. Prepare to wow your family and friends with this easy-to-make, oven-baked dip that captures the essence of everyone's favorite comfort food: pizza.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY WHITE PIZZA DIP



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This recipe is a party favorite! Everyone always requests I make it. Feel free to substitute chicken, veggies, etc. for the pepperoni. Enjoy!

Provided by Tracy Smaldino

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup chopped pepperoni
1 (1 ounce) package herb and garlic soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix sour cream, ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and soup mix together in a large bowl. Spread in a 9-inch baking pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until center is heated through and mozzarella cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.4 g, Cholesterol 33.5 mg, Fat 13 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 335.7 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CHEESY SKILLET PIZZA DIP



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This creamy dip is oozing with cheesy goodness thanks to the combination of cream cheese and mozzarella. We topped ours with pepperoni slices, but you can easily customize it with your favorite pizza toppings. This is just one more delicious way to use your cast-iron pan. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 18 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (16 ounces) frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/4 cup (3/4 ounce) sliced pepperoni
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Microwave butter, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and red pepper flakes, covered, until butter is melted. Cut each dinner roll into thirds; roll each piece into a ball. Dip dough balls in butter mixture; place along outer edge of a 10-in. cast-iron skillet, leaving center open. Gently stack remaining balls on top of bottom layer, leaving some space between them. Cover and let rise until almost doubled, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 400°. Bake until dough balls are set and beginning to brown, 15-18 minutes., Meanwhile, combine cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, mayonnaise, Italian seasoning and remaining garlic powder; spoon into center of skillet. Layer with 1/4 cup mozzarella and pizza sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella and pepperoni. Brush rolls with some of remaining butter mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan. , Bake until dip is heated through and rolls are golden brown, about 10 minutes, covering loosely with foil as needed to prevent rolls from becoming too dark. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 372mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHEESY GARLIC KNOT WHITE PIZZA DIP (FROM TASTY)



Cheesy Garlic Knot White Pizza Dip (From Tasty) image

Categories     Cheese

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Prepared pizza dough
8 ounces Cream Cheese - Softened
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup Whole Milk Ricotta Cheese
1/4 cup Fresh Basil - Chopped
6 cloves Garlic - Chopped and divided
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 cup Butter - Melted
1/2 cup Fresh Parsley - Chopped

Steps:

  • Divide Pizza Dough into 12-14 equal sized balls. With floured hands, roll the dough balls into logs and tie into individual knots, tucking the excess underneath.
  • Coat a 10 inch oven-safe skillet with olive oil. Place the knots in a ring around the skillet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes - allowing dough to reach room temperature.
  • In a medium bowl, combine Cream Cheese, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta, Basil, 3 cloves of Garlic (chopped), and Red Pepper Flakes.
  • Melt the butter and add the Parsley and remaining Garlic. Stir well.
  • Uncover the Knots and scoop the dip into the center of the skillet. Brush the knots with the butter/garlic mixture (reserving some for after baking), and top the dip with an additional sprinkle of cheese (optional). Bake in a preheated oven at 400˚F (200˚C) for 20 minutes. Broil on High for two additional minutes or until knots and cheese get lightly browned - watching closely so as not to burn it. Remove from oven and brush lightly with additional Garlic Butter. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

CHEESY GARLIC KNOT WHITE PIZZA DIP RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Cheesy Garlic Knot White Pizza Dip Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by MrsGiggles78

Number Of Ingredients 19

pizza dough
8 oz
cream cheese, softened
1 c
shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 c
grated parmesan cheese
1/2 c
whole milk ricotta cheese
1/4 c
fresh basil, chopped
6 clove
garlic, chopped and divided
1 tsp
red pepper flakes
1/2 c
butter, melted
1/4 c
fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Divide pizza dough into 12-14 equal sized balls. With floured hands, roll the dough balls into logs and tie into individual knots, tucking the excess underneath. 2. Coat a 10" oven-safe skillet with olive oil. Place the knots in a ring around the skillet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes, allowing dough to reach room temperature. 4. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, mozzarella, parmesan, ricotta, basil, 1/2 of the garlic, and red pepper flakes. 5. Melt the butter and add the parsley and remaining garlic. Stir well. 6. Uncover the knots and scoop the dip into the center of the skillet. Brush the knots with the butter/garlic mixture (reserving some for after baking), and top the dip with an additional sprinkle of cheese (optional). 7. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes. Broil for two additional minutes or until knots and cheese get lightly browned - watching closely so as not to burn it. Remove from oven and brush lightly with the reserved garlic butter. Let cool slightly before serving.

PHILLY CHEESY PIZZA DIP



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This is a yummy appetizer that is deliciously cheesy and savory. It is made in the microwave. Recipe is from Kraft.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Cheese

Time 12m

Yield 2 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons red peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons green peppers, chopped
1 teaspoon italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Spread cream cheese onto bottom of microwaveable 9-inch pie plate.
  • Cover with pizza sauce; top with remaining ingredients.
  • Microwave on high 2 minutes or until heated through.
  • Serve with crackers.
  • This can also be served with assorted cut-up fresh vegetable dippers in addition to the crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 19, Sodium 93.6, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.9

PHILLY CHEESY PIZZA DIP



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Categories     Cheese     Appetizer     Quick & Easy

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg (8oz) Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
2 Tbsp grated Parmesan Cheese
2 Tbsp each: chopped red and green peppers
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Ritz Crackers

Steps:

  • 1. Spread cream cheese onto bottom of microwaveable 9-inch pie plate. Cover with pizza sauce; top with all remaining ingredients except crackers. 2. Microwave on HIGH 2 min. or until heated through. 3. Put in crock pot on LOW, 4. Serve with the crackers.

CHEESY PIZZA DIP



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Dip pieces of French bread or pita into this gooey hot dip. It's like an instant pizza!

Provided by sal

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 56

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 ¼ cups sour cream
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup pizza sauce
½ cup sliced green onions
¼ teaspoon minced garlic
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
⅔ cup chopped red bell pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium baking dish, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, oregano, red pepper flakes, pizza sauce, green onions, garlic, Cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese and red bell pepper.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 5 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 68.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your pizza dip. Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella or cheddar. Fresh vegetables will also add a nice flavor and texture to the dip.
  • Don't overcook the dip: Pizza dip is best when it is cooked until it is melted and bubbly, but not overcooked. Overcooked dip will be tough and chewy.
  • Serve the dip with a variety of dippers: Pizza dip is a great appetizer or snack to serve at parties or gatherings. Offer a variety of dippers, such as chips, breadsticks, or vegetables, so that your guests can choose their favorites.
  • Experiment with different flavors: There are many different ways to flavor pizza dip. You can add your favorite pizza toppings, such as pepperoni, mushrooms, or onions. You can also add different herbs and spices, such as garlic, oregano, or basil. Get creative and experiment until you find a flavor combination that you love.

Conclusion:

Pizza dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dip that will be the hit of the party. So next time you're looking for a tasty and crowd-pleasing dish, give pizza dip a try.

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