We are nearly a year into a massive change in all of our lives. I will be honest — at the beginning of all of this, I was ordering a TON of takeout and using meal-kit services. But something changed and I started to get much more creative with my meal ideas (thanks in large part to Pinterest). And even things like pizza needed to be switched up. I mean, how much pizza can a family eat?! Well, this super easy Cheesy Skillet Pizza Dip recipe satisfies the need for ‘different’ and it’s amazing!

What you’ll need
This recipe is super easy. I do recommend using a cast iron skillet like this one. Heads up – do not wash it with soap and water!
Here’s what else you will need to make this easy cheesy skillet pizza dip:
- 6 Tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 (16 ounce) package frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawed
- One (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup (¾ ounce) sliced pepperoni
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil, for garnish

I am SO happy that we are no longer a dairy-free family and can enjoy delicious foods like this dip. Because it is to die for.

How to make Cheesy Skillet Pizza Dip
Cheesy Skillet Pizza Dip

Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 (16 ounce) package frozen bread dough dinner rolls, thawed
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- ¼ cup (¾ ounce) sliced pepperoni
- 2 Tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
STEP 1 -
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
STEP 2 -
Combine the butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
STEP 3 -
Cut each dinner roll into four equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
STEP 4 -
Dip the dough ball into the butter mixture. Place the dough ball along the outer edge of a 10-inch cast iron skillet, leaving the center open. Stack the remaining dough balls on top of the bottom layer.
STEP 5 -
Cover and allow the dough to rise until almost doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
STEP 6 -
Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella , mayonnaise, Italian seasoning and remaining garlic powder.
STEP 7 -
When the rolls have risen, layer the center of the skillet with cheese mixture, pizza sauce, and shredded mozzarella. Top with pepperoni.
STEP 8 -
Brush the rolls with remaining seasoned butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
STEP 9 -
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the rolls are done. If the rolls begin to get too brown, tent them with aluminum foil.
STEP 10 -
Garnish with fresh basil.
STEP 11 -
ENJOY!

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