Pepperoni Cheese Crisps (Printable)

Crispy pepperoni topped with melted cheese blend, seasoned with Italian spices. Perfect low-carb appetizer ready in 20 minutes.

# 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, to taste (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or 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 combine. Add red pepper flakes if desired for extra heat.
04 - If pepperoni slices are large, cut them in half for easier handling and more uniform crisps.
05 - Place pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each slice to prevent sticking.
06 - Sprinkle a generous amount of the seasoned cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice, ensuring good coverage.
07 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, lightly golden, and pepperoni edges are crispy.
08 - Remove from oven and let crisps cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for optimal texture.
09 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature and reheat in toaster oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Theyre ready in under 20 minutes but taste like something from a fancy Italian restaurant
  • Naturally keto and gluten-free without anyone ever guessing theyre diet-friendly
02 -
  • The crisps continue crisping as they cool, so do not rush this step or they will be chewy
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet traps steam and prevents proper crisping
03 -
  • Use a silicone baking mat instead of parchment for easier cleanup
  • Let the cheese mixture sit for 10 minutes so flavors meld together
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