Easy Hot Cheesy Pizza (Ready-to-Print Version)
Creamy cheese and pizza toppings baked until golden. Ideal for parties or snacks.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
→ Seasonings
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1½ tsp Italian seasoning
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⅛ tsp garlic powder
→ Sauce
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1¼ cups pizza sauce
→ Meat
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10 slices pepperoni
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC).
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In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Use a hand mixer to beat until smooth and creamy.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of a cast iron skillet or oven-safe baking dish.
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Spread pizza sauce over the cream cheese mixture to form an even layer.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan cheeses over the sauce, then arrange pepperoni slices on top. Avoid overloading with pepperoni to prevent excess greasiness.
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Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and starts to turn golden brown.
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Serve immediately while warm with bread, crackers, chips, or vegetables for dipping.
# Handy Tips:
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Optional: Add ⅛ teaspoon salt to the cheese mixture if desired.
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Feel free to customize with additional pizza toppings such as olives, mushrooms, peppers, or sausage.
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Prepare ahead of time and refrigerate up to 24 hours; baking time may increase if starting from chilled ingredients.
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Pairs well with crusty bread, pita chips, crackers, Italian salad, or garlic knots for a complete appetizer experience.