Pepperoni Cheese Crisps Guide (Printable)

Crispy pepperoni topped with melted cheese blend makes the ultimate low-carb snack

# What You’ll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
02 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Meats

04 - 40-50 slices pepperoni (about 4 ounces)

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Red pepper flakes, optional to taste

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh parsley, chopped, optional

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed.
03 - Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder to the cheese mixture. Toss to coat evenly. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
04 - If pepperoni slices are large, cut them in half for bite-sized crisps.
05 - Place pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each slice.
06 - Sprinkle a generous amount of the seasoned cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice.
07 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, lightly golden, and the pepperoni is crispy.
08 - Remove from the oven and let crisps cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for maximum crispness.
09 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature. Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Theyre ready in under 20 minutes but taste like something from a fancy appetizer spread
  • The keto-friendly magic means you can snack guilt-free while everyone else is reaching for chips
02 -
  • Grease pooling on the baking sheet is normal, just drain it off halfway through baking if it looks excessive
  • These are at their absolute best within the first hour, though theyll keep for a few days in an airtight container
03 -
  • Using a silicone baking mat instead of parchment makes cleanup even easier and provides more even heat distribution
  • If your pepperoni seems particularly oily, pat the slices between paper towels before topping with cheese
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