Crispy Pepperoni Cheese Chips (Print)
Golden, crispy pepperoni topped with melted cheese creates an irresistible low-carb crunch.
# 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 oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - Place pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
03 - Distribute cheddar and mozzarella cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice.
04 - Sprinkle Italian herbs and red pepper flakes over the cheese-topped pepperoni, if desired.
05 - Bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown with crisp pepperoni edges.
06 - Let chips set on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes, then transfer to paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
07 - Serve warm or at room temperature as a crispy snack.
# Expert Advice:
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- They satisfy that intense crunch craving without any of the guilt or carbs
- The recipe takes literally fifteen minutes from thought to first bite
- Everyone who tries them immediately asks for the recipe
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- The paper towel step is absolutely crucial for preventing soggy chips, so do not skip it even if you are impatient
- Different brands of pepperoni release different amounts of oil, so check on them after 6 minutes the first time you make them
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- Buy your pepperoni from the deli counter for thicker slices that make sturdier chips
- Let the cheese cool completely before stacking, or they will stick together