Crispy Pepperoni Cheese Chips (Printable Version)

Baked pepperoni slices topped with melted cheddar and mozzarella for a crispy, savory low-carb snack ready in 15 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 24 slices pepperoni

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Spices

04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
05 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
02 - Arrange the pepperoni slices in a single layer on the baking sheet, leaving a little space between each slice.
03 - Sprinkle a mix of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly over each pepperoni slice.
04 - Optionally, sprinkle dried Italian herbs and red pepper flakes on top for extra flavor.
05 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden, and the pepperoni edges are crisp.
06 - Allow chips to cool for 2–3 minutes on the tray to set, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
07 - Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These satisfy every crunchy salty craving without a single carb in sight
  • The cheese gets perfectly golden and the pepperoni turns into little edible bowls
  • Fifteen minutes from start to finish means theyre ready before the oven even cools down
02 -
  • If the cheese slides off too much, try pressing it gently into the pepperoni before baking
  • The cooling step is non-negotiable unless you want to burn the roof of your mouth on molten cheese
03 -
  • Buy presliced pepperoni from the deli counter for consistent thickness
  • If you have a wire rack, bake the chips directly on it over a lined sheet for even more airflow and crisping

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