Keto Pizza Chips: Crispy, Cheesy, and Irresistible Recipe
Enjoy these Keto Pizza Chips, a crispy, cheesy, and irresistible low-carb snack that mirrors the flavors of a classic pizza. Made with melted mozzarella, seasoned with Italian herbs, and topped with crispy pepperoni, these chips bake up golden and crunchy. Perfect for keto dieters or anyone craving a savory, gluten-free treat, they pair wonderfully with a keto-friendly pizza dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 pizza chips 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Toppings & Seasoning
- 12 slices pepperoni
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Dip (Optional)
- Keto pizza sauce, for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This ensures the cheese melts evenly and crisps perfectly.
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Form Cheese Mounds: Scoop 1 to 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella onto the parchment, spacing mounds about 1 inch apart. Press each mound down gently to form an even layer, keeping in mind the cheese will spread as it melts.
- Season the Cheese: Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over each cheese mound, infusing the chips with classic pizza herb flavors.
- Add the Pepperoni: Place one slice of pepperoni atop each cheese mound. As they bake, the pepperoni will crisp up and curl at the edges.
- Bake the Chips: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 minutes. Watch closely near the end; the chips are done when the cheese edges turn golden brown and the pepperoni crisps.
- Cool the Chips: Remove the baking sheet and let the chips cool for a few minutes. Cooling allows them to firm up and achieve perfect crispiness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer cooled chips to a plate and serve. For added flavor, pair with keto-friendly pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Keep an eye on the chips in the last few minutes to prevent burning as cheese can quickly go from golden to burnt.
- Spacing the cheese mounds adequately is important to allow chips to spread and crisp properly without sticking together.
- Feel free to customize with other keto-friendly toppings like sliced olives or jalapeños for variety.
- If you prefer a spicier chip, add a dash of red pepper flakes to the seasoning step.
- Store leftover chips in an airtight container to maintain crispiness for up to 2 days.
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