Description
Keto Pepperoni Cheese Crisps are a crunchy, flavorful, and guilt-free snack perfect for low-carb and ketogenic diets. These cheesy crisps combine a trio of cheeses with spicy pepperoni and bold seasonings, baked to golden perfection. Served with guacamole and salsa for dipping, they make an irresistible appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
Toppings & Seasonings
- 1 cup Pepperoni Slices
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
Dips
- 1 cup Guacamole (for dipping)
- 1 cup Salsa (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure a crispy texture for the cheese crisps.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Form Cheese Mounds: Scoop small, spaced-apart mounds of the shredded cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, giving them room to spread and crisp evenly.
- Add Toppings and Seasonings: Place one pepperoni slice atop each cheese mound and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder and paprika for added flavor.
- Bake the Crisps: Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese melts completely and the edges turn a golden brown.
- Cool the Crisps: Remove the baking sheet and allow the crisps to cool for a few minutes; this helps them firm up and become crisp.
- Serve or Store: Carefully lift the cooled crisps from the parchment and transfer to a serving platter or store in an airtight container if saving for later.
- Enjoy with Dips: Serve with guacamole and salsa for a delicious dipping option that complements the cheesy, savory crisps perfectly.
Notes
- Ensure the cheese mounds are small and spaced apart to prevent them from melting into one large crispy sheet.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the crisps from sticking to the baking sheet.
- For extra crispiness, consider broiling for 1 minute at the end of baking but watch closely to prevent burning.
- Customize the seasoning according to your preference, adding chili flakes for heat or Italian herbs for additional flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crispness.
