Description
These Pepperoni and Cheese Crisps are a delightful combination of gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and flavorful seasonings baked to crispy perfection. Perfect for a quick snack or impressive party appetizer, these low-carb delights will disappear fast!
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Crisps:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
Additional Ingredients:
- 20–24 slices of pepperoni (mini or regular size)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a small bowl, combine mozzarella, Parmesan, and optional Italian seasoning.
- Form Cheese Crisps: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture onto the baking sheet, spacing mounds about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound and top with a slice of pepperoni.
- Bake: Bake for 6–8 minutes or until edges are golden and crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 5–10 minutes to firm up. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Notes
- You can use different cheeses like cheddar or Monterey Jack for variation.
- For crispier results, pat the pepperoni dry with a paper towel before baking.
- Great as a low-carb snack or party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 crisps
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
