# Components:
→ Creamy Base
01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 3/4 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
05 - Pinch of red pepper flakes
→ Toppings
06 - 1 cup marinara sauce
07 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 15 slices pepperoni
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly spray a 9-inch pie dish with nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes until smooth and fluffy.
03 - Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture across the bottom of the prepared dish.
04 - Spoon marinara sauce over the cream cheese layer, spreading gently to cover.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the marinara layer.
06 - Distribute pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese layer.
07 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until bubbling at the edges and the top is golden in spots.
08 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm with bread, pita chips, or dippers of choice.
