Name: Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 15
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound thinly sliced ribeyes with fat trimmed (or t-bone, sirloin steaks); Note: in a pinch, use deli roast beef, but do not saute it since it is precooked; salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 green bell pepper; 1 packages of cream cheese softened at room temperature; 8 ounces of shredded provolone cheese (or another good melting cheese you prefer); 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip is the perfect party dip, just in scoopable form

It’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for game day, parties, or any time you want something indulgent and unforgettable.

If you're a Philly Cheesesteak lover, it's customizable, made to your order, your sandwich!

Baked and bubbling hot, we have many dipper suggestions below to set up an array of choices to serve this dip with.

If you love the bold, savory flavors of a classic Philadelphia cheesesteak hoagie, you will fall in love with this cheesy dip version.

This dip takes everything you love about a Philly classic and turns it into a warm, shareable dish that disappears fast—so don’t be surprised if you need to make a double batch!.

provolone cheese melted on top of cheese cheese dip to make a philly cheesesteak dip

Why You Will Love This Recipe for Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip

All the classic flavors, simplified: No need to assemble sandwiches: just bake and serve
Ultra creamy and cheesy: Every bite is rich, gooey, and satisfying
Perfect for entertaining: Easy to make ahead and keeps warm beautifully
Customizable: Adapt it to your favorite cheesesteak toppings
Crowd-approved: A guaranteed hit at gatherings and potlucks

cream cheese layered with steak and peppers for making a dip

Tips for Making Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip

Use any kind of cheese in this dip, cheddar, Gouda, Havarti, or Swiss
Never eat the dip straight from the oven; the filling is super hot
Substitute any meats, i.e., chicken, lamb, pork, ground sirloin
Serve with garlic bread or any thinly sliced bread
Bake until the top of the cheese is browned
These can be made ahead of time for parties and frozen for up to 3 months.
Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before baking.

ribeye sauteed with peppers and onions in a frying pan

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip Serving and Filling Suggestions

any kind of peppers, i.e., jalapeno, banana peppers, bell, pepperoncini, roasted peppers, fried cubanelle
sauteed mushrooms
chopped tomatoes
black or green olives
spinach or other cooked greens like escarole
eggplant
cooked sausage
pepperoni
capicola
Try provolone, white American, mozzarella, or even a touch of cheese sauce
caramelized onions, Extra sweetness and richness
Garlic butter drizzle adds a savory boost
Hoagie roll chunks baked on top, for a true sandwich-inspired finish
A splash of Worcestershire sauce enhances the beefy flavor
Serving Suggestions:
crackers
tortilla chips
garlic bread
sliced baguette bread
toasted pita points
raw stick vegetables
hoagie or hard rolls, toasted and cut into small bite-sized pieces
Leftover dip can be served over pasta, rice, baked, or mashed potatoes

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Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip

Yield: 15

Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 45 Min

A warm cheesesteak dip that is perfect whenever hosting a party and served with sliced baguette bread.

Ingredients

1 pound thinly sliced ribeyes with fat trimmed (or t-bone, sirloin steaks)
Note: in a pinch, use deli roast beef, but do not saute it since it is precooked
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 tablespoon butter
1 green bell pepper
1 packages of cream cheese softened at room temperature
8 ounces of shredded provolone cheese (or another good melting cheese you prefer)
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
Heat a large frying pan with the olive oil and sear the steak for 3 to 5 minutes on each side.
Add the meat to an oven-proof baking dish and set it aside.
Add the butter to the same pan, melt it, then add the onion and peppers ( adding any other substitutions or suggested ingredients from notes below) and saute to soften with the brown bits and butter for around 4 to 5 minutes.
In a clean mixing bowl beat the cheese cheese until smooth.
Add the provolone, sauce, salt, pepper and combine evenly.
Mince the steak on a cutting board and add the juice with onion mixture and meat to the cream cheese.
Place all the ingredients into the oven-proof baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven until browned and bubbling around 25 minutes.
For crispier cheese, broil the top for 2 minutes on high heat.
Serve with slices of baguette bread.

Notes

Philadelphia Cheesesteak Dip Serving and Filling Suggestions

any kind of peppers: jalapeno, bell, pepperoncini, roasted peppers, cubanelle
sauteed mushrooms
chopped tomatoes
black or green olives
spinach or other cooked greens like escarole
eggplant
onions
minced fresh garlic
cooked sausage
pepperoni
capicola
Serving Suggestions:
crackers
tortilla chips
garlic bread
sliced baguette bread
toasted pita points
raw stick vegetables
hoagie or hard rolls toasted
Leftover dip can be served over pasta, rice, baked or mashed potatoes

Nutrition Facts

Calories

169

Fat (grams)

13 g

Sat. Fat (grams)

7 g

Carbs (grams)

6 g

Fiber (grams)

0 g

Net carbs

6 g

Sugar (grams)

5 g

Protein (grams)

7 g

Sodium (milligrams)

80 mg

Cholesterol (grams)

36 mg

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