Description
These Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a delicious, low-carb appetizer perfect for snacking or serving at parties. Combining crispy pepperoni with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic powder, they deliver a burst of savory flavor with minimal prep and cook time. Baked to golden perfection, these crisps firm up as they cool, offering a satisfying crunch that’s sure to please cheese and pepperoni lovers alike.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 24 slices pepperoni
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Arrange Cheese: Place small mounds of shredded mozzarella cheese about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring plenty of space for spreading.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle each mozzarella mound lightly with grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to add flavor depth.
- Top with Pepperoni: Place one slice of pepperoni on top of each cheese mound, pressing gently so it adheres.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and has golden edges.
- Cool Crisps: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cheese crisps to cool for a few minutes so they firm up and become crispy before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, bake the crisps for 1 to 2 minutes longer but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- You can also bake these crisps in a muffin tin for a more uniform shape.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly to restore crispness.
