This Hot Honey & Basil Pepperoni Pizza Dip is everything you love about pizza—bubbly cheese, savory pepperoni, rich sauce—baked into one irresistible, scoopable appetizer. Layered with three kinds of cheese, seasoned to perfection, and finished with fresh basil and a drizzle of hot honey, this dip is guaranteed to disappear fast.
Perfect for game day, holidays, parties, or anytime you’re craving cheesy comfort food, this easy pizza dip comes together with simple ingredients and bakes up golden and melty in under 40 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Pizza Dip
- Made with 3 kinds of cheese
- Creamy Greek yogurt adds tangy richness
- Sweet & spicy hot honey finish
- Customizable with your favorite pizza toppings
- Perfect party appetizer
- Ready in 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Crostini
- 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch diagonal slices
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt for sprinkling
Cream Cheese Layer
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
Sauce Layer
- 1 cup pizza sauce
Cheese & Topping Layer
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blend
- ¼ cup grated parmesan or pecorino romano
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- 18–20 pepperoni slices
Finishing Touch
- 6 fresh basil leaves, sliced into ribbons
- Hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Dip
1. Toast the Bread
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Mix olive oil or melted butter with garlic powder and salt. Brush both sides of the baguette slices and bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
2. Make the Creamy Base
In a bowl, mix together cream cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, garlic powder, and oregano until smooth and creamy.
3. Assemble the Dip
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into a greased 9-inch skillet or 8×8 baking dish.
Layer with pizza sauce.
Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan over the top.
Finish with pepperoni slices.
4. Bake
Bake for 15 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Broil for 1–2 minutes to lightly brown the cheese (watch carefully so the pepperoni doesn’t burn).
5. Finish & Serve
Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with fresh basil ribbons.
Serve immediately with crostini or your favorite dippers.
Serves 6–8.
How to Make Hot Honey at Home
Mix:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon hot sauce (or a pinch of cayenne)
Microwave for 10–15 seconds and drizzle over the baked dip.
Customize Your Pizza Dip
Make it your own with fun toppings:
- Jalapeños & pineapple
- Pesto & sausage
- Red onion & goat cheese
- Ricotta & extra hot honey
- Mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers
To make it vegetarian, simply leave off the pepperoni.
Best Dippers
- Crostini
- Toasted pita bread
- Pita chips
- Naan
- Crackers
- Pretzels
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
This bubbly, cheesy pizza dip delivers all the classic flavors of your favorite slice—plus a sweet-spicy kick from hot honey. It’s bold, comforting, and guaranteed to be the star of any appetizer table.