🔥 Pep Dip (Hot Pepperoni Dip)
🧀 Ingredients:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup sour cream (or mayo for richness)
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup chopped pepperoni (or mini pepperoni)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
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Optional: 1/4 cup chopped green onions or jalapeños for extra zing
🔥 Directions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Mix it all up:
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In a bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and seasonings.
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Stir until well mixed. (You can microwave the cream cheese for 20 seconds if needed to soften.)
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Bake:
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Spread into a small baking dish (like an 8×8 or round dish).
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
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Serve hot:
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With crackers, toasted baguette slices, tortilla chips, or veggie sticks.
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📝 Tips:
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For a pizza-like flavor, stir in 2 tbsp of pizza sauce or top with extra mozzarella before baking.
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Want it cold? This dip also works as a chilled spread—just mix everything (minus baking) and refrigerate.
Would you like a cold version, a low-carb option, or a spicy twist?