Roasted Garlic and Pepperoni Skillet Dip

A refined, elevated take on classic pepperoni dip featuring a whipped cream cheese and goat cheese base, roasted garlic, and a savory herb crust. Served with crisp, golden-brown baguette slices for the ultimate appetizer experience.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 25 min · Yield: 6 · Method: Oven

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 2 oz goat cheese
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• 3 oz pepperoni
• 3 clove garlic
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 loaf baguette

Cooking instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Mince the garlic cloves. — 400°F
2. In a medium bowl, whip together the softened cream cheese and goat cheese with the minced garlic and dried oregano until smooth.
3. Spread the cheese mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch cast-iron skillet or small baking dish.
4. Top evenly with the marinara sauce, then sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese, red pepper flakes, and arrange the pepperoni slices on top.
5. Bake until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are slightly golden, about 20 minutes. (about 20 min) — 400°F
6. Slice the baguette into rounds, arrange on a baking sheet, and toast in the oven for 5 minutes until crisp. (about 5 min) — 400°F
7. Serve the dip hot alongside the toasted baguette slices.