If you’re not in the mood to make pizza with homemade pizza crust, pepperoni pizza dip is the next best thing. It’s great for game day, the Super Bowl, or if you’re entertaining a crowd. Who doesn’t love pizza? No matter what team is playing, we should always root for pizza dip.
This is Lightened-Up Pizza Dip
Today’s pepperoni pizza dip is lightened up from the full-fat version, sacrificing none of the outstanding flavor. It’s everything you love about a fat slice of cheesy pepperoni pizza baked together and scooped up with your favorite tortilla chips. Doesn’t that sound great? It is. And it doesn’t get much better than this. We use lower fat cream cheese, nonfat Greek yogurt, and a reduced amount of cheese—but it’s still plenty cheesy. This Pepperoni Pizza Dip Is:
Loaded with your favorite pizza toppings Always a crowd favorite 35 minutes start to finish Easy to assemble ahead of time
Overview of Ingredients in Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Though the written recipe is below, let me walk you through each ingredient so you’re prepared.
Cream Cheese + Greek Yogurt: Low-fat cream cheese and nonfat Greek yogurt form the base of this cheesy dip. I like to use low fat cream cheese—I find nonfat cream cheese is lacking in taste and texture. Nonfat greek yogurt, on the other hand, is one of my favorite ingredients when I’m baking and cooking lighter fare. I call it a “power” ingredient. Garlic Powder: Garlic powder adds flavor. Pizza Sauce: We can’t have pizza dip without pizza sauce! Homemade or store-bought both work wonderfully. Cheese: I use shredded mozzarella cheese and grated parmesan cheese, but use your favorite varieties. Basil + Oregano: Both ground basil and ground oregano add even more pizza flavor. Toppings: Use your favorite pizza toppings—pepperoni, sausage, green peppers, olives, etc. Sometimes I use mini pepperonis because they’re cute. The more loaded the better.
3 Success Tips for the Best Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Ready in 35 minutes start to finish, this appetizer is quick and easy to make.
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