Creamy Pizza Layered (Printer-Friendly)
Layers of tangy cream cheese, pizza sauce, sausage, mozzarella, and savory toppings baked bubbling hot for sharing.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cream Base
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp ranch seasoning mix
→ Toppings
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1 cup pizza sauce
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150 g Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled
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1½ cups mozzarella cheese, freshly grated
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½ cup mini pepperonis
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½ cup cooked bacon bits
# Steps to Follow:
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Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, oregano, garlic powder, and ranch seasoning. Mix thoroughly until smooth and fluffy with no lumps.
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Transfer the cream mixture into an 11-inch pie pan or a 9x9-inch baking dish. Spread evenly using a spatula, pressing to fill edges for a neat appearance.
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Pour pizza sauce evenly over the cream base. Spread gently with the back of a spoon without mixing. Distribute cooked Italian sausage evenly over the sauce layer.
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Sprinkle freshly grated mozzarella evenly over the sausage. Scatter mini pepperonis and bacon bits across the surface to ensure each serving contains a bit of all toppings.
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Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Place dish on the center rack and bake for 25 minutes or until cheese is melted, golden at the edges, and the dip bubbles.
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Remove from oven and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes. Serve warm directly from the dish with breadsticks, chips, or sliced vegetables for dipping.
# Helpful Hints:
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For best texture, bring cream cheese to room temperature before mixing.
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Freshly grate mozzarella to avoid clumping and enhance melt quality.
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Make ahead by assembling up to two days in advance; refrigerate covered and bake before serving, adding 10 minutes to bake time.