Description
This Pepperoni Cheese Recipe is a warm, gooey appetizer loaded with savory pepperoni, mozzarella, cheddar, cream cheese, and pizza sauce. It’s an easy crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for parties, game days, family gatherings, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped pepperoni
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- ¼ cup pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Optional
- Red pepper flakes
- Diced jalapeños
- Bell peppers
- Black olives
- Fresh basil
- Extra mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Chop the pepperoni into small pieces.
- Combine cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Fold in the chopped pepperoni.
- Transfer the mixture to a small baking dish.
- Add extra mozzarella and Parmesan on top if desired.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until hot, melted, and bubbling.
- Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes.
- Serve warm with bread, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for easier mixing.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts best.
- Don’t overbake.
- For extra flavor, crisp the pepperoni before mixing.
- Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and bake when ready.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg