High-Protein Pepperoni Cheese Crisps
These are crispy, cheesy pepperoni chips — golden melted cheese with crispy pepperoni edges and savory seasoning. They’re an ultra-easy, high-protein, near-zero-carb snack or appetizer that satisfies pizza cravings without the carbs.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Extremely high protein and very low carb
- Ready in under 15 minutes
- Crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor
- Perfect for snacking, game day, or meal prep
- Customizable and kid-approved
Ingredients (Makes about 4 servings)
- 2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella or Italian blend cheese
- 24–30 pepperoni slices (regular or turkey)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or pizza seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Optional: red pepper flakes, grated Parmesan for extra crisp
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Arrange pepperoni slices in small clusters (2–3 overlapping slightly) on the sheet.
- Sprinkle a generous mound of shredded cheese on top of each pepperoni cluster. Top with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and any optional extras.
- Bake 8–12 minutes until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the sheet for 5–10 minutes (they crisp up more as they cool). Use a spatula to transfer to a plate.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving, ~¼ of batch)
- Calories: ~280
- Protein: 22g (very high)
- Total Carbs: 2g
- Net Carbs: 2g
- Fat: 21g
