Pepperoni Pizza Dip

• 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
• ¾ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 8oz can tomato sauce
• ¾ cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella, divided
• 2 oz turkey pepperoni, chopped
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

* Optional: red pepper flakes, banana peppers, olives, or your favorite pizza toppings

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1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Stir in ½ cup mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and half of the chopped turkey pepperoni.

3. In a separate bowl, mix tomato sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until combined.

4. Spread the cream cheese mixture into a small baking dish or pie plate.

5. Top with tomato sauce and then the remaining mozzarella and turkey pepperoni.

6. Bake for 18–20 minutes, until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.

7. Serve warm with toasted pita wedges, pretzel thins, bell pepper strips, celery, or other vegetables.

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