Pepperoni Cheese Crisps Guide (Printer View)

Crispy pepperoni topped with melted cheese blend, ready in 20 minutes. Ideal keto appetizer.

# 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)

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - Combine mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses in a medium bowl. 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 bite-sized crisps.
05 - Place pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
06 - Generously sprinkle the seasoned cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice, ensuring full coverage.
07 - Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, lightly golden, and pepperoni edges are crispy.
08 - Remove from oven and let crisps rest on baking sheet for a few minutes. Transfer to 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 toaster oven or air fryer to restore crispness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under 20 minutes with almost zero active cooking time
  • The combination of crispy pepperoni and three cheeses hits every salty, savory craving
  • They are naturally low-carb and gluten-free without tasting like diet food
02 -
  • Overcrowding the baking sheet creates steam and prevents proper crisping
  • Letting them cool completely on a wire rack is the secret to staying crispy instead of becoming chewy
03 -
  • Pat the pepperoni dry with paper towels before baking for extra crispness
  • Let the baked crisps sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them
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