Description
Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a delicious low-carb snack featuring crispy pepperoni slices topped with melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a keto-friendly appetizer or savory snack, these crisps are easy to prepare and can be enjoyed with a side of marinara for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Seasonings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Pepperoni and Garnish
- 24 slices pepperoni
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Marinara sauce for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Arrange Cheese on Baking Sheet: Place small piles of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese on the baking sheet, spacing each pile about 2 inches apart to allow room for spreading during baking.
- Add Pepperoni and Seasonings: Top each cheese pile with one slice of pepperoni, then sprinkle lightly with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese to enhance the flavor.
- Bake the Crisps: Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown around the edges, indicating crispiness.
- Cool the Crisps: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cheese crisps to cool on the sheet for 3 to 5 minutes. This cooling step helps the crisps set and become crispier.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve the pepperoni cheese crisps warm, accompanied by marinara sauce if desired for dipping.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute turkey pepperoni instead of regular pepperoni.
- Allow the crisps to cool completely if you want maximum crispiness before storing or serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Reheat leftover crisps briefly in the oven or air fryer to regain crisp texture.
