Four Cheese Pizza Dip

This cheesy and delicious four cheese pizza dip recipe is the perfect appetizer for any party or game day gathering. Made with a blend of four types of cheese and fresh herbs, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

about this four cheese pizza dip

I want to take a long swim in this cheesy goodness. But really, I want to stuff my face with pieces of toasted bread completely slathered in cheesy goodness. Because this dip is just so so so O-M-G amazing.

It’s pizza – FOUR CHEESE PIZZA – but in a dip. Giving me the perfect excuse to continue my bread obsession and top it will tons of ooey gooey cheese.

Each scoop delivers that perfect pizza experience – stretchy mozzarella, tangy provolone, rich havarti, and sharp parmesan. Fresh basil and oregano bring that classic Italian seasoning pizzeria aroma, while slow-roasted garlic adds deep, caramelized notes that make this dip absolutely irresistible. The roasted tomatoes burst with concentrated sweetness, creating pockets of bright flavor throughout the creamy cheese blend.

You might be thinking this is complicated, but it’s actually one of the easiest appetizers to throw together. While the garlic and tomatoes roast (filling your kitchen with the most amazing aroma), you’ll simply combine the cheeses and herbs. Pop it in the oven, and 30 minutes later, you’ve got a show-stopping dip that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe.

Serve this with crusty bread, garlic crostini, or even fresh vegetables – though in my experience, people have been known to eat it straight from the dish with a spoon. It’s that good. And the best part? You can prep everything ahead of time and just bake it when you’re ready to serve.

Note: This is an updated version of the original published on February 28, 2014. The recipe has been slightly modified and the post includes more details, tips, and advice for making the dip!

ingredients

tomatoes. We like to use cherry tomatoes, but you can also use grape tomatoes.

garlic. A head of fresh garlic is a must for this recipe! You’ll love the roasted garlic flavor in the dip.

olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is all you need to coat the garlic and tomatoes before they are roasted in the oven.

cheeses. You will need a combination of mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, parmesan cheese, and havarti cheese.

cream cheese. Use full fat cream cheese for the best results and flavor. You can also use light cream cheese if you prefer.

herbs. Fresh oregano and fresh basil make this dip pop with flavor! You can also use dried herbs if you can’t get fresh herbs. See the FAQs below or the recipe card for exact measurements.

spices. You will need a combination of onion powder (or garlic powder), red pepper flakes (optional), salt, and freshly cracked black pepper.

this recipe’s must-haves

To make this recipe, you will need a half sheet baking sheet or other rimmed baking sheet to prep the garlic and tomatoes.

For the dip, I just use the biggest bowl from my set of mixing bowls and a wooden spoon.

You can bake the dip in your favorite baking dish that holds 1 1/2 quarts to 2 quarts.

here’s how to make this four cheese pizza dip recipe

roast garlic and tomatoes

Peel the garlic cloves from a head of garlic and toss onto a lined rimmed baking sheet with the halved tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Shake everything around to evenly coat the garlic and tomatoes.

Bake at 400˚F for about 20 to 25 minutes, until the garlic is softened and tomatoes and bursting.

make dip

Add 8 ounces of mozzarella to a large bowl with all of the provolone, parmesan, havarti, and softened cream cheese. Mix together until the cheese and well-combined.

Remove the garlic and tomatoes from the oven. Use the back of a fork to smash the garlic cloves. Add the tomatoes and garlic cloves to the cream mcheese mixture along with oregano, basil, onion powder, and pinch of red pepper flakes, if using.

Season with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.

Mix until the dip is well combined and there are no lumps of cream cheese in the mixture.

bake

Dump the mixture into a baking dish (about 1 1/2 quarts in size). Top with the remaining mozzarella in an even layer.

Bake for 30 minutes until golden and bubbling. If the top isn’t getting browned enough, you can pop it under the broiler for a couple of minutes. Just keep an eye on it do it doesn’t burn!

Serve immediately with your favorite dippers.

tips and tricks

incorporate it all well. It is going to take you a minute to stir everything together and make sure everything is evenly incorporated, but this will give you the best result! Don’t let there be any big lumps of cream cheese.

add in you favorite pizza toppings. Want to make this custom to your favorite flavors? Add in your preferred toppings that you usually like on your pizza! Mushrooms, green bell pepper, black olives, cooked bacon, onion, mini pepperonis, cooked italian sausage, and even pineapple work for this.

bring cream cheese to room temp. Make sure that you bring your cream cheese to room temperature! It will be infinitely easier to mix together if you do.

More cheesy dips to dive into: Spicy Jalapeno Popper Dip | Spinach and Artichoke Goat Cheese Dip | Spicy Lasagna Dip | Crab Rangoon Dip

what should I dip in pizza dip?

There are so many dippers you can use! Here’s a list of our favorites:

• toasted slices of bread
• pita chips
• tortilla chips
• crackers
• carrot sticks
• bell peppers
• celery sticks
• bagel chips
• baguette slices

can you freeze pizza dip?

No, we do not recommend freezing this recipe. If dairy is frozen, it tends to separate after bring reheated.

what if I can’t get fresh herbs?

If you can’t get your hands on fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs instead. For the oregano, you can use 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano instead of 1 Tbsp freshly chopped oregano. If you can’t get fresh basil, you can use 1 Tbsp dried basil instead of 1/4 cup freshly chopped basil leaves.

Need some inspiration for appetizers? Check out my appetizer recipes page!

what to serve with this four cheese pizza dip

We like to serve this pizza dip with toasted slices of bread, pita chips, or even tortilla chips. You can also serve it with freshly cut vegetables, like carrots, bell pepper strips, or celery.

If you are hoping to pair this cheesy dip with a cocktail, we like to keep with the Italian theme with a bubbly Aperol spritz or limoncello spritz.

how to store

Store. If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Reheat. To reheat, do so either in a baking dish in the oven (at 375˚F for about 15 minutes) or in a microwave-safe bowl (microwave in 30 second intervals until warmed through).

Freeze. We do not recommend freezing this dish as dairy will separate after freezing and reheating.

more easy baked appetizers to make

Prosciutto cheese twists are a simple puff pastry appetizer that are easy to make and bake in the oven.

If you want an easy cheese appetizer, try this baked camembert! It’s topped with a mixture of dried cranberries and walnuts.

Baked crispy buffalo cauliflower is an easy, spicy game day snack that’s a lightened up version of your favorite wings.

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