Be the hero of your next gathering with this Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip — a crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with the familiar flavors of pizza everyone loves.
This dip is indulgent and utterly satisfying. If you’re planning game-day snacks or a party spread, it’s one of those recipes worth making again and again.
With big events like the Super Bowl coming up, it’s the perfect time to serve dips, wings, and other shareable dishes. While everyone has their favorites, this sausage pizza dip stands out for its flavor and ease.
How to Make Pizza Dip:
The base starts with sweet Italian sausage cooked with onions and garlic, then combined with cream cheese, mozzarella, and an Italian cheese blend for a rich, creamy layer.
That cheesy sausage layer is topped with pizza sauce, mini pepperoni, and more cheese, then baked until hot and bubbly. A few reserved mini pepperoni scattered on top make a festive finishing touch.
Serve the dip warm alongside sliced bread or crusty baguette for scooping. It’s easy to see why this earns the name Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip.
Whether you’re hosting a big game party, watching an event with friends, or just craving a hearty snack, this dip is a reliable winner.
If you enjoy game-day recipes, try building a menu around shareable bites and warm dips for an easy, delicious spread.
Looking for more dip ideas? Try these:
- Really Good Veggie Dip
- Beer Cheese Dip with Bacon
- The BEST Chip Dip
- Loaded Veggie Ranch Dip
- Easy Fruit Dip
- Salted Caramel Cheesecake Dip
This dip can be assembled the night before baking. If you refrigerate it assembled, increase the bake time slightly so it’s bubbly and heated through when served.
Sausage Pizza Dip Recipe:
Ultimate Sausage Pizza Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound sweet Italian sausage
- 1/2 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 1/2 cup Italian cheese blend, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce
- 1 cup mini pepperoni
- 1-2 loaves bread for dipping
Instructions
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Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and break it into small pieces as it cooks. Drain most of the excess fat. Reduce heat to medium, push sausage to the side, and cook the chopped onion and garlic in the center until tender. Stir everything together and remove from heat.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, combine the sausage mixture with the cream cheese, 3/4 cup mozzarella, 3/4 cup Italian cheese blend, and oregano. Spread evenly into a 10×8-inch baking dish. Top with the pizza sauce and a sprinkle of mini pepperoni, reserving about 1/4 cup for garnish. Add the remaining cheese, then finish with the reserved mini pepperoni.
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Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30–35 minutes. Remove the foil, switch the oven to broil, and broil 3–5 minutes more until the top is golden and bubbly.
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Serve hot with sliced bread for dipping.