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Pizza dip is in a skillet and is topped with pepperoni and basil leaves.
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Vegan White Bean Pizza Dip

This Creamy White Bean Pizza Bake is the ultimate comfort food fusion! With a base of vegan cream cheese layered with herby, tomato-baked white beans and melty mozzarella, this dish brings all the flavors of a pizza in a hearty, scoopable dip form. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or cozying up on a night in, this delicious bake pairs perfectly with toasted baguette slices or pita bread.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 282kcal
Author Marly McMillen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup finely chopped white onion
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (2 cups)
  • 4 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 6 oz can tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ cup water
  • 30 oz can white beans (cannelini, great Northern, or butter beans)
  • 4 oz vegan cream cheese
  • 1 ½ cup vegan mozzarella shreds
  • 20 vegan pepperoni slices
  • garnish: fresh basil, grated vegan parmesan, flaky sea salt, hot honey
Cups - Metric

Instructions

Prepare the Base:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
  • In a oven-safe skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook until shimmering. Once warm, onions, cherry tomatoes, and salt. Sauté for 8-10 minutes until tomatoes start to soften and release their juices. Gently press the tomatoes down with a wooden spoon to release more juice. Add garlic and cook for one minute.
  • Stir in tomato paste, dried oregano, white beans, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute to deepen the flavor. Add water, stirring to create a cohesive sauce, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes. 
  • Stir in vegan cream cheese until melted.
  • Assemble the bake:
  • Top with mozzarella and pepperoni slices. Cover the pan with foil.

Bake:

  • Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes to allow the cheese to melt. Remove the foil with tongs and return the pan to the oven and cook for another 5 minutes or so. To achieve a golden top, broil on high for 1-2 minutes at the end.

Garnish and serve:

  • Top with fresh basil, vegan parmesan, flaky sea salt, or a drizzle of honey. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices or pita chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1079mg | Potassium: 546mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 824IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 2mg