Pizza Chips Recipe
Introduction
Pizza chips are a fun and easy snack that combines the flavors of melted cheese and pepperoni into crispy, bite-sized treats. Perfect for parties or a quick snack, these cheesy bites deliver all the classic pizza taste without the fuss of dough.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 50 mini pepperoni slices
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning mix
- Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Place 2 to 2.5 tablespoons of shredded cheese into each muffin cup, spreading it evenly.
- Step 3: Top the cheese in each cup with 3 to 4 mini pepperoni slices. Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning mix over each one for extra flavor.
- Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Step 5: Remove from the oven and let the pizza chips cool in the pan for about 5 minutes to firm up.
- Step 6: Carefully remove the chips from the pan and transfer them to a serving tray. Serve warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce, or enjoy them on their own.
Tips & Variations
- Use any low-moisture cheese you prefer to customize flavors—cheddar or a mozzarella blend works great.
- For extra crunch, bake a little longer but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Add a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes if you like some heat.
- Try different toppings like mini sausage pieces or chopped olives for variety.
Storage
Store leftover pizza chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain crispness. To reheat, warm them briefly in a preheated oven at 350 degrees F for about 3-4 minutes to restore their crunch. Avoid microwaving as it can make them soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use regular mozzarella cheese instead of low-moisture?
Low-moisture mozzarella is best because it melts well and crisps up nicely without making the chips soggy. Regular mozzarella has higher moisture and may not yield the same crispy texture.
Can I make pizza chips without pepperoni?
Absolutely! Feel free to skip the pepperoni or substitute it with other toppings like cooked sausage, veggies, or just extra cheese to suit your taste.
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Pizza Chips Recipe
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 pizza chips (depending on muffin pan size) 1x
Description
These Pizza Chips are a delightful, bite-sized snack that combines melted low-moisture mozzarella cheese with mini pepperoni slices and Italian seasoning. Baked to golden perfection in a mini muffin pan, they make for a crispy, savory treat perfect for parties or a quick snack, optionally served with marinara or other dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Cheese and Toppings
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 50 slices mini pepperoni
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning mix
Optional Dips
- Marinara sauce (optional)
- Alfredo sauce (optional)
- Ranch dressing (optional)
Equipment
- Mini muffin pan
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, grease your mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent the cheese from sticking.
- Add Cheese to Muffin Cups: Spoon 2 to 2.5 tablespoons of shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese into each muffin cup, spreading it evenly.
- Add Pepperoni and Seasoning: Place 3 to 4 slices of mini pepperoni on top of the cheese in each cup, then sprinkle a generous amount of Italian seasoning mix over the top. You may also add any other seasoning blend if desired for extra flavor.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges start to turn golden brown and crispy.
- Cool: Remove the pan from the oven and let the pizza chips cool in the pan for about 5 minutes at room temperature to allow them to set and crisp up further.
- Serve: Carefully remove the pizza chips from the muffin pan and transfer them to a serving tray. Serve them warm with optional marinara sauce, alfredo sauce, ranch dressing, or enjoy them plain to savor the perfect combination of cheesy and pepperoni flavors.
Notes
- The key to a crispy texture is using low-moisture mozzarella cheese; however, you can experiment with other types of cheese depending on your preference.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of pepperoni or seasoning to suit your taste.
- These pizza chips can be served with various dips including marinara, alfredo, or ranch dressing.
- Allowing the chips to cool slightly in the pan helps them firm up and avoid sticking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: pizza chips, mini pepperoni bites, low moisture mozzarella, Italian snack, baked cheese snack, party appetizer
