Description
Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a quick and delicious low-carb snack that combines melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese with crispy baked pepperoni slices. Perfectly baked until golden and crunchy, these bite-sized crisps are ideal for parties, game days, or anytime you crave a savory treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 1/3 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup grated mozzarella cheese
Main Ingredient
- 12 slices pizza pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pepperoni cheese crisps.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Place one slice of pizza pepperoni into each cup of a non-stick muffin tin, ensuring an even base for the crisps.
- Mix Cheeses: In a small bowl, combine the grated cheddar and mozzarella cheeses thoroughly to create the cheese topping mixture.
- Assemble Crisps: Spoon the cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice in the muffin tin, pressing the cheese flat to cover the pepperoni.
- Bake: Bake the assembled crisps in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling with crisp, golden-brown edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the crisps to cool in the muffin tin for about 5 minutes before carefully removing them to maintain their shape and crispness.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a convection oven setting if available.
- Substitute pepperoni with turkey pepperoni for a leaner option.
- Ensure the muffin tin is non-stick or lightly greased to prevent sticking.
- These crisps can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for crispness.
- Add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning or chili flakes on top before baking for additional flavor.
