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March 30, 2019

Ultimate Pizza Dip

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This Ultimate Pizza Dip is loaded with cheese, pepperoni and sausage and is made for the slow cooker.

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I hadn’t made pizza dip before but I decided it would be a kid-friendly appetizer to take to the New Year’s Eve party we attended. When researching recipes to try, I discovered feedback about the cheese not staying hot and melted if the dip sits out for too long. And since our dip was going to be sitting out for several hours I knew I needed to make this dip in my slow cooker.

pizza dip in slow cooker with spoon

This is the ultimate pizza dip because I included both pepperoni and spicy sausage. The key to delicious pepperoni in the slow cooker is to crisp it up in the skillet first and drain the grease. Crispy pepperoni is the ultimate, right? No soggy and overly greasy pepperoni here! You need the skillet for browning the sausage anyway so it’s not dirtying another dish.

pepperoni browned in skillet

The dip is layered before cooking. Cheese layer on the bottom, followed by the sausage and pizza sauce, followed by shredded mozzarella and the crispy pepperoni.

pizza dip collage

Tips for making Ultimate Pizza Dip:

  • A smaller slow cooker like this one is ideal for this dip, but a 6-quart size slow cooker works too
  • This naan bread is what I used for dipping
  • Garlic bread slices would make fantastic dippers for this pizza dip as well

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Ultimate Pizza Dip is loaded with cheese, pepperoni and sausage and is made for the slow cooker (Crockpot) so the cheese stays melted and dippable. #pizzadip #pizzadipcrockpot

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Ultimate Pizza Dip

This Ultimate Pizza Dip is loaded with cheese, pepperoni and sausage and is made for the slow cooker.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 263 kcal
Author Foodtastic Mom

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded and divided
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 packet Italian dressing mix I used Good Seasons brand
  • 16 oz spicy Italian sausage
  • 1 jar (13.5 oz) pizza sauce
  • 1 pkg (5 oz) mini pepperoni
  • Naan or garlic bread for dipping

Instructions

  1. With a hand or stand mixer, combine the softened cream cheese with one cup of the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan and Italian seasoning.

  2. In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the pepperoni until starting to crisp. Drain the pepperoni and wipe the skillet clean.

  3. In the same skillet, brown the sausage and add the pizza sauce. Stir until well combined.

  4. Grease the inside of a 4 to 6 quart slow cooker. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Top the cream cheese mixture with the sausage and pizza sauce. Top the sauce with the remaining one cup of mozzarella cheese. Top the cheese with the crisp pepperoni.

  5. Cook on LOW heat for at least one hour before serving. Serve the dip with Naan bread or garlic bread for dipping.

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  • Jalapeño Popper Dip
  • Buffalo Chicken Celery Dip
  • Copycat Jarlsberg Cheese Dip
  • Ultimate Reuben Dip

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Filed Under: Seasonal, slow cooker, snacks Tagged With: slow cooker, snacks

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  1. Regina says

    January 13, 2018 at 2:19 pm

    5 stars
    What a creative dip! All the flavors of pizza in an appetizer sounds absolutely delicious

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2018 at 10:25 am

      Thanks Regina

      Reply
  2. Natalie says

    January 13, 2018 at 3:04 pm

    5 stars
    I never thought of making a pizza dip, but this looks and sounds delicious and perfect for game day with tortillas and chips!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2018 at 10:25 am

      I hope you try it!

      Reply
  3. Lisa Huff says

    January 13, 2018 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    Such a fun idea turning pizza into a dip. My kids would be all over this!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2018 at 10:25 am

      Thank you Lisa

      Reply
  4. Jessica Robinson says

    January 13, 2018 at 7:42 pm

    This dip would be AMAZING for our football Sunday watching! Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2018 at 10:25 am

      Yes football is really what I had in mind when creating this dip recipe. Thanks πŸ™‚

      Reply
  5. Luci's Morsels says

    January 13, 2018 at 11:22 pm

    5 stars
    Oh. My. Goodness! This looks amazing!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 14, 2018 at 10:24 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  6. Marie | DIY Adulation says

    January 23, 2018 at 4:35 pm

    Omgosh, so much yum! I love that this is made in the slow cooker. My crockpot is my best friend when we’re entertaining. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 25, 2018 at 11:35 am

      You’re welcome. Come back and let me know what you think if you make it!

      Reply
  7. Tracey says

    February 4, 2018 at 4:51 pm

    5 stars
    Dip is delicious and easy to make! Definitely a keeper !😊😊

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 14, 2018 at 9:51 am

      Wonderful to hear. So happy you like it!

      Reply
  8. Colleen says

    September 3, 2018 at 10:49 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve never heard of a pizza dip, but this looks so yummy, and I need to try it for our next pot luck!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      September 8, 2018 at 10:52 am

      You definitely need to try it. The dip does not last long!

      Reply
  9. Tisha says

    September 3, 2018 at 11:11 pm

    5 stars
    So creative and fun! Pizza lovers will devour this!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      September 8, 2018 at 10:52 am

      We absolutely devoured it πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Ron says

        December 5, 2020 at 7:45 am

        I grease the crock pot with the pepperoni grease. Infused flavor throughout!

        Reply
        • foodtasticmom says

          December 9, 2020 at 1:33 pm

          Great idea. Thanks for sharing!

          Reply
  10. Natalie says

    September 4, 2018 at 12:09 am

    5 stars
    Looks so delicious and decadent! Perfect for hosting too!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      September 8, 2018 at 10:51 am

      Thank you Natalie!

      Reply
  11. Sandi says

    September 4, 2018 at 12:13 am

    5 stars
    This is fantastic! Since we are Gluten Free we are trying to find ways to have pizza and this can easily be done for us!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      September 8, 2018 at 10:51 am

      There you go! Just curious, what would use to dip into it?

      Reply
  12. Jen says

    September 4, 2018 at 12:31 am

    5 stars
    OMG – pizza dip?! My kids would LOVE me if I made this! Super creative. Great party food!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      September 8, 2018 at 10:51 am

      Thanks Jen!

      Reply
  13. Nichole M. says

    October 15, 2018 at 7:24 pm

    5 stars
    Made a quadruple batch for a work food day… didn’t even last until lunch!!! Ah-mazzzz-ing!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 15, 2018 at 10:12 pm

      I love, love, love hearing this! Thank you so much for taking the time to come back and rate the recipe. So glad you all enjoyed it!

      Reply
    • Julia says

      March 14, 2019 at 9:29 am

      How did you quadruple it? The layers were not too thick?

      Reply
  14. Jessica Formicola says

    October 17, 2018 at 10:40 am

    5 stars
    This dip would be so perfect for game day! I love it!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 17, 2018 at 11:19 am

      Yes, we love it on game day!

      Reply
  15. Valentina says

    October 17, 2018 at 11:20 am

    5 stars
    I can only imagine how much the kids loved this! I am certain mine would be thrilled to find this a party — or on the dinner table. πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 18, 2018 at 1:16 pm

      Thank you so much Valentina!

      Reply
  16. Gabi says

    October 17, 2018 at 11:29 am

    5 stars
    What a fantastic party food – it will be the hit for any pizza lover! I like that you can combine it also with naan bread or tortilla chips.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 18, 2018 at 1:15 pm

      It is terrific party food. Thank you Gabi!

      Reply
  17. Tisha says

    October 17, 2018 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    Love the idea of this dip for Game day!!!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 18, 2018 at 1:13 pm

      Thank you Tisha!

      Reply
  18. Courtney says

    October 17, 2018 at 12:07 pm

    5 stars
    Really fun idea turning pizza into a dip! I know a few kids who would LOVE this at their next sleepover party.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 18, 2018 at 1:13 pm

      A sleepover is a great reason to make this dip. Thanks!

      Reply
  19. Angie says

    October 18, 2018 at 9:02 am

    5 stars
    Great for kids and adults! Would it be ok to add banana peppers next time or would it compromise the original ingredients? Amazing recipe! Thanks again!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 18, 2018 at 1:12 pm

      I think banana peppers would be a great addition! Just make sure you drain them before adding. Thanks Angie πŸ™‚

      Reply
  20. Cliona Keane says

    December 28, 2018 at 11:03 am

    5 stars
    You are so right, this would be amazing with garlic bread! I have got to give this a go soon!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 28, 2018 at 11:05 am

      Yes, you do!

      Reply
  21. Tayler Ross says

    December 28, 2018 at 11:30 am

    5 stars
    This dip would be great to serve on New Years Eve! Perfect for game day too!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 28, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      I agree!

      Reply
  22. Shanika says

    December 28, 2018 at 12:27 pm

    5 stars
    This Pizza Dip sounds and looks good! It sounds like the perfect way to kick off the weekend!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 28, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      Thanks Shanika!

      Reply
  23. Jillian says

    December 28, 2018 at 1:12 pm

    5 stars
    This dip looks amazing! I really like that it can stay in the slow cooker so my guests can enjoy a warm dip all night long!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 28, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      Yes exactly. The key to melty cheese is keeping it warm in a slow cooker!

      Reply
  24. Traci says

    December 28, 2018 at 1:14 pm

    5 stars
    Whoah baby! When you take my favorite food and turn it into a party dip…you just won me over! What a cool recipe…can’t wait to share this one πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 28, 2018 at 1:36 pm

      Thanks so much Traci. I appreciate any shares!

      Reply
  25. kim says

    December 28, 2018 at 3:48 pm

    5 stars
    what a fabulous appetizer! This one will be great for game day!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 31, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      Absolutely!

      Reply
  26. momof1teen says

    December 28, 2018 at 10:41 pm

    Can you add pretty much any kind of pizza topping ? Like bacon,black olives,onions,mushrooms ect……I can’t do spicy sausage cause of acid reflux….Do you think I could use Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage (mild) in place of the Italian sausage…….Thanks in advance

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 31, 2018 at 12:54 pm

      Yes. You can definitely customize this recipe with your own favorite ingredients!

      Reply
    • Amanda says

      April 2, 2019 at 5:15 am

      On watery veggies (mushrooms ect.), I would cook them up in a pan first to prevent extra water in dip.

      Reply
      • foodtasticmom says

        April 3, 2019 at 11:07 am

        I totally agree. Thanks for the comment!

        Reply
  27. Debra says

    December 29, 2018 at 7:23 pm

    Would it work without the sausage?

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      December 31, 2018 at 12:53 pm

      Yes, you can leave out the sausage

      Reply
  28. Lauren says

    February 1, 2019 at 7:56 pm

    4 stars
    Sounds delicious! I don’t have a slow cooker or crockpot. Can I just put everything in a pot on top of the stove and heat on low until the cheese melts and all is hot? I’d brown mushroom slices and add those, too

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 2, 2019 at 11:45 am

      Browned mushrooms are a great addition. Since it is a layered dip, I think it might be better to layer it in a glass baking dish. Shallow is better so people can dip into all the layers at once. I’d grease a baking dish and bake at 350 degrees until everything is melted and bubbling – probably 25 or 30 minutes? The slow cooker is just to keep it warm over the course of a party. But I think baking it will be fine!

      Reply
  29. Julia says

    February 2, 2019 at 12:55 pm

    5 stars
    You can’t go wrong with pizza dip, right? Love that you used naan bread for dipping – next time I make pizza dip I will buy naan to go with it πŸ™‚

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 2, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      Thanks very much Julia!

      Reply
  30. Colleen says

    February 2, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    5 stars
    What an awesome recipe! Pizza in a dip form sounds divine, and using the slow cooker makes it even better.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 2, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      I could not agree more. Thank you Colleen!

      Reply
  31. Juli says

    February 2, 2019 at 4:43 pm

    5 stars
    Pizza dip sounds yummy! This would be a great appetizer for a Super Bowl party! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 2, 2019 at 6:34 pm

      It is perfect for tomorrow. It stays warm through the whole game!

      Reply
  32. Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites says

    February 2, 2019 at 6:08 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yum! I just love the idea of turning pizza into a dip – perfect for the big game!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      February 2, 2019 at 6:34 pm

      It’s always in my rotation during football season! Thanks Lauren!

      Reply
  33. Lisa Bryan says

    March 30, 2019 at 11:56 am

    5 stars
    OMG – this is such a brilliant idea! Will definitely have to give this a try!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 30, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      Come back and let us know what you think!

      Reply
  34. Tracy says

    March 30, 2019 at 11:58 am

    5 stars
    Pizza in a dip?! Amazing. Pizza in a dip that can be made in the CROCK POT?! Genius!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 30, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      Thank you Tracy πŸ™‚

      Reply
  35. Julia says

    March 30, 2019 at 12:24 pm

    5 stars
    I would have hard time sharing this dip πŸ™‚ Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 30, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      Yep. The only issue I have with it is that I eat too much!

      Reply
  36. Cathy says

    March 30, 2019 at 12:46 pm

    5 stars
    This is just making my mouth water! This is perfect for any gathering and to bring to any party! One dip that everyone will love!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 30, 2019 at 1:31 pm

      I’ve taken it to multiple parties and everyone does love it. Thanks πŸ™‚

      Reply
  37. Eden | Sweet Tea and Thyme says

    March 30, 2019 at 2:16 pm

    Ah-May-Zing! We love making this for play dates, the kids go absolutely bananas for it and all the adults love it, too.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 30, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      I hadn’t thought about it for play dates. Great idea!!

      Reply
  38. Deb says

    September 25, 2019 at 11:08 pm

    5 stars
    I have made this dip in both a crockpot and in pie pans for the oven. I have even frozen it uncooked (oven way) and taken it out last minute and baked it. A very sturdy and easy dip. Also could bake and freeze it. Great for college kids in a dorm to reheat in a microwave. I add veggies as well.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      October 4, 2019 at 3:54 pm

      Great to hear that it can be frozen. Thanks for the positive comment and rating!

      Reply
  39. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

    January 15, 2020 at 8:18 am

    5 stars
    This is a dip that would certainly go down a treat in my house! It looks utterly delicious.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 15, 2020 at 10:06 am

      Thank you very much Bintu.

      Reply
  40. kim says

    January 15, 2020 at 8:31 am

    5 stars
    Love this recipe! It was super easy and had so much delicious flavor! Will definitely make again!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 15, 2020 at 10:06 am

      Happy to hear this, thank for the positive review!

      Reply
  41. Jo says

    January 15, 2020 at 9:25 am

    5 stars
    Fantastic party dip for pizza lovers that gets rave reviews every single time. Will be making it again and again!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 15, 2020 at 10:06 am

      So great to hear!

      Reply
  42. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain says

    January 15, 2020 at 9:51 am

    5 stars
    Pizza crust is overrated! I like the way you think, haha! what a treat!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 15, 2020 at 10:06 am

      Thanks Marie-Charlotte πŸ™‚

      Reply
  43. Pam says

    January 15, 2020 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    What a fun idea that kids and adults will love. I can think of lots of idea for different “dippers” too!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 15, 2020 at 10:05 am

      Mixing up the dippers is fun.

      Reply
  44. Michelle says

    January 15, 2020 at 10:10 am

    5 stars
    Sooo good! Just like a pizza in a crockpot! It’s addictive!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      January 23, 2020 at 1:10 pm

      Thank you for this positive review and comment.

      Reply

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