Creamy Pizza Layered (Printer-Friendly)
Rich layered dip with cream cheese, pizza sauce, sausage, mozzarella, pepperoni, and bacon baked until golden and bubbly.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cream Base
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8 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup sour cream, fresh
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp ranch seasoning mix
→ Toppings
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3/4 cup pizza sauce
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150 g Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled (about 5.3 oz)
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1 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese (about 113 g)
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1/4 cup mini pepperonis
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1/4 cup cooked bacon bits
# Steps to Follow:
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Allow cream cheese to come to room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, oregano, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning. Mix thoroughly with a spatula until smooth and fluffy, ensuring no lumps remain.
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Transfer the cream mixture to an 11-inch pie pan or a 9x9 inch baking dish. Press evenly into the dish, filling the edges for a neat appearance.
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Pour pizza sauce evenly over the cream layer. Spread gently with the back of a spoon to cover the surface without mixing into the base. Sprinkle cooked Italian sausage over the sauce evenly.
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Scatter freshly grated mozzarella in a thick, even layer across the sausage. Distribute mini pepperonis and bacon bits on top, arranging to ensure each serving includes all toppings.
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Place the baking dish on the center rack of a preheated oven at 400°F (204°C). Bake for approximately 25 minutes until cheese is melted, golden at the edges, and the dip is bubbling.
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Remove from oven and let stand for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve hot directly from the dish with sturdy breadsticks, chips, or sliced vegetables.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For smoothest cream base, always bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing.
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Grate mozzarella fresh for better melt and texture.
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Cooling the dip for a few minutes post-baking prevents burns when serving.