5 Layer Italian Dip Recipe

This 5-Layer Italian Dip recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties or a special weeknight dinner! A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful masterpiece, this dip features layers of pesto, pimientos, and mozzarella, all baked to perfection. It's surprisingly easy to make and always a hit – get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 216.9 kcal
Protein 20g
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Ingredients for 5 Layer Italian Dip

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How to Make 5 Layer Italian Dip

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
  3. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly in the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish.
  4. Layer 1/2 cup pesto evenly over the cream cheese.
  5. Arrange 1/2 cup of drained pimientos over the pesto.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese over the pimientos.
  7. Top with the remaining 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving with crackers, sliced Italian bread, or baguette slices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

53g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make 5 Layer Italian Dip?

5 Layer Italian Dip takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in 5 Layer Italian Dip?

5 Layer Italian Dip has approximately 216.9 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 28 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for 5 Layer Italian Dip?

The key ingredients for 5 Layer Italian Dip are Philadelphia Cream Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Pesto Sauce, Chopped Pimiento, Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese, Breadsticks. See the full list with measurements above.

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