Description
These Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a quick and easy low-carb snack or appetizer featuring crispy pepperoni baked with a golden, cheesy topping made from cheddar and mozzarella. Perfectly crunchy and packed with flavor, they are great for parties or a savory treat anytime.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/3 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 12 slices pizza pepperoni
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the crisps evenly.
- Prepare Pepperoni Base: Arrange the 12 slices of pizza pepperoni snugly into each cup of a non-stick muffin tin, forming the base for the crisps.
- Add Cheese: In a bowl, mix the grated cheddar and mozzarella cheese together, then evenly distribute this mixture over the pepperoni slices, pressing down slightly to help the cheese adhere.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 8 minutes or until the cheese edges become crispy and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the crisps cool for 5 minutes to firm up, then gently remove them from the tin before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting and texture.
- Make sure to press cheese down slightly to keep it compact and help it bind to the pepperoni.
- Cooling time is important to allow crisps to firm up for easy removal from the muffin tin.
- Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days; reheat briefly for best texture.
- For a spicier version, use pepperoni with added chili flakes or add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes on top before baking.
