Crispy Pepperoni Ranch Dip
Crispy Pepperoni Ranch Dip is a creamy appetizer made with mayonnaise, sour cream, ranch seasoning, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions. Pepperoni slices are baked until crispy, then mixed into the dip and sprinkled on top for added texture and flavor. This easy party dip serves a crowd and pairs well with tortilla chips, crackers, and fresh vegetables.
Servings 12 people
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayo
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream , half-and-half, or buttermilk
- 1 ounce packet ranch seasoning mix (about 3 tablespoons)
- 1 green onion , finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded extra sharp white cheddar
- 4 ounces pepperoni slices (about 24 slices)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF. You'll need a large rimmed — not flat — baking sheet.
- In a roomy bowl, whisk together the mayo, sour cream, and cream until smooth. The dip should be cohesive but thin enough to almost drip off the whisk. Add another teaspoon of cream if you want your dip slightly thinner.
- Whisk in the ranch seasoning mix until completely blended, followed by the green onion and cheese.
- Arrange the pepperonis on the baking sheet. Use as many that will fit in a single layer. The slices can sit closely together.
- Bake in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes. They might begin to move around the pan due to the grease towards the end. That's okay.
- Transfer the pepperonis to paper towels to drain. Blot the tops of the pepperonis with a paper towel to remove as much grease as possible.
- When the pepperonis are cool enough to be handled, chop or crush them into small pieces. Set aside 2 tablespoons of the chopped pieces and mix the rest into the dip. Before serving, transfer the dip to its presentation bowl. Sprinkle the reserved pepperoni pieces over the top of the dip.
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Notes
If making the dip ahead of time, store the dip and 6 slices of the baked pepperonis separately in the fridge. Just before serving, reheat the reserved pepperonis on a paper towel-lined plate in the microwave for 30 seconds. Blot the tops, then chop or slice and sprinkle over the dip.