Description
These Keto Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a delightful low-carb snack or appetizer that’s quick to make and bursting with flavor. Crispy melted mozzarella cheese topped with savory pepperoni slices and a blend of spices, these crisps are perfect for satisfying your cravings without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Crisps:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Additional Ingredients:
- 20 slices pepperoni
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cheese Crisps: Place small mounds of shredded mozzarella cheese on the baking sheet, top each with pepperoni slices, and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Bake: Bake for 6-8 minutes until the cheese is melted and crispy around the edges.
- Cool and Garnish: Let the crisps cool for 5 minutes to crisp up further. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve: Enjoy these crispy keto pepperoni cheese crisps as a delicious snack or appetizer.
Notes
- Use pre-sliced pepperoni for convenience.
- Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 crisps
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
