Cheesy Lasagna Dip Recipe
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Lasagna Dip channels all the hearty flavors of the classic dish with seasoned sausage, fresh basil, rich marinara, and ooey-gooey cheese—all in a fraction of the time. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or satisfying a quick lasagna craving!
If you’re a fan of super simple dip recipes that are sure to be a hit, also check out my creamy chorizo dip, spinach artichoke dip, beer cheese dip, and crab dip.
Lasagna dip is a modern twist on the beloved Italian classic, offering all the rich flavors of lasagna in a simplified, dippable form. It quickly became popular as everyone started craving comfort food, much like lasagna soup, another fun twist on this favorite!! The creamy, cheesy layers of this dip mimic traditional lasagna but with a fun, quick-to-make spin!
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Why We Love Cheesy Lasagna Dip
- All the classic lasagna flavors without the hassle of layering.
- Ready in a fraction of the time—perfect for busy days.
- Packed with gooey cheese, rich marinara, and seasoned sausage.
- Crowd-pleaser for parties, game days, or movie nights.
- Easy to make and even easier to enjoy with your favorite dippers!
What’s In This Lasagna Dip
For specific amounts, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Baguette – sliced and toasted
- Avocado Oil – or any neutral oil for toasting
- Italian Seasoning, Garlic Powder, Dried Oregano and Basil
- Ground Italian Sausage – or sausage links (with the casings removed)
- Yellow Onion – chopped
- Garlic Cloves – minced
- Marinara Sauce
- Ricotta Cheese, Shredded Mozzarella Cheese, and Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Basil Leaves – chopped
Simple Directions For Lasagna Dip
Made in just one skillet, this dip is quick and easy to make. Everyone will be ready to dig in when it comes out of the oven!
- Brush baguette slices with oil and season then toast in the oven.
- In a large oven-proof skillet, brown sausage and onion and season with garlic
- Stir in sauce, oregano, basil, and garlic powder; let simmer.
- Spoon in ricotta cheese, then top with mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake in the oven until bubbly, then broil for a few minutes to brown the cheese.
- Garnish with chopped basil and serve with crostini.
When you are making this recipe, you’ll want to use the full recipe at the bottom of the page.
Storage
It’s not often we have leftover lasagna dip! But if you do, you can easily store it in the fridge or freezer.
Cover the skillet with plastic wrap or aluminum foil or transfer the dip to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for 10-15 minutes.
If you’re not going to eat the leftovers within 3 days, you can put them in a freezer-safe container and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
Variations + Tips
- Cheese – Swap out some or all of the ricotta for cottage cheese.
- Meat – Use ground beef, ground chicken, or ground turkey instead of the sausage. Or, substitute vegetables or your favorite meat alternative for a vegetarian version.
- Dippers – Try dipping into the dip with tortilla chips, pita chips, pasta chips, or sliced veggies.
- Oil – Instead of avocado oil, try olive oil or another neutral oil you have handy.
- Heat – For a spicy kick add crushed red pepper flakes or black pepper.
- Sauce – Instead of using a jarred sauce make a homemade tomato sauce.
- Garnish – Instead of basil use fresh parsley or another fresh herb that you have on hand.
If you don’t have an oven-safe or cast iron skillet, transfer the dip to a casserole dish before topping with the cheese.
You can make lasagna dip in a slow cooker. Just brown the beef, then add everything to the crockpot and heat on low. The only downside is that the cheese will not be browned like it is in the oven
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Once you bring this cheesy appetizer to the table, don’t expect any leftovers! Lasagna Dip is a fun, twist on a classic that’s sure to be a crowd favorite every time.
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Cheesy Lasagna Dip
Whip up this cheesy Lasagna Dip for an easy appetizer that’s a delicious spin on the classic dish! With layers of rich flavors, it's perfect for any gathering and guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 baguette, sliced and toasted
- 2 tablespoons of avocado oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- ½ pound ground Italian sausage or 2 sausage links with the casings removed
- ¼ cup chopped yellow onion
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 8 ounces ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 5 basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- Place baguette slices on a baking sheet. Use a pastry brush to baste the slices with the oil. Sprinkle the Italian seasoning and ½ teaspoon garlic powder on top. Bake for 2-3 minutes or until slightly golden brown.
- In a large cast iron skillet over medium heat brown the sausage and onion for 4 to 7 minutes or until the juices run clear and the meat is no longer pink. Drain grease.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Mix in the sauce, remaining garlic powder, oregano, and dried basil until combined. Allow it to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add dollops of the ricotta cheese on top.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake for 10 minutes.
- Then broil on high for 2-3 minutes or until the cheese is golden brown. Watch closely so it doesn’t burn.
- Top with the chopped basil and serve with toasted baguettes.
Notes
If you don’t have an oven-safe or cast iron skillet, transfer the dip to a casserole dish before topping with the cheese.
You can make lasagna dip in a slow cooker. Just brown the beef, then add everything to the crockpot and heat on low. The only downside is that the cheese will not be browned like it is in the oven.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 395Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 44mgSodium: 1005mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 20g
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