Description

Keto Pizza Chips are a crispy, cheesy snack made from melted mozzarella cheese topped with crispy pepperoni and Italian seasoning. These low-carb, gluten-free chips are baked to golden perfection, offering a delicious pizza-inspired flavor without the carbs. Perfect for snacking on their own or paired with a keto-friendly pizza sauce for dipping, they make an irresistible appetizer or snack for keto diet enthusiasts.

Ingredients

Scale

Cheese Base

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Toppings & Seasonings

12 slices pepperoni
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Optional

Keto pizza sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even melting and crisping of the cheese as the pizza chips bake.
Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. This also ensures the cheese chips come off the pan effortlessly once baked.
Form Cheese Mounds: Using 1 to 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella, scoop small mounds onto the lined baking sheet. Space them about 1 inch apart to allow for spreading while baking. Gently press down each mound with the back of a spoon to create an even layer.
Season the Cheese: Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning evenly over each mound, letting the herbs infuse the cheese with classic pizza flavors.
Add the Pepperoni: Place one slice of pepperoni on top of each cheese mound. As the chips bake, the pepperoni will crisp up and curl at the edges, adding flavor and texture.
Bake the Chips: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 minutes. Watch closely towards the end; the chips are done when the cheese edges turn golden brown and crispy, and the pepperoni crisps up.
Cool the Chips: Remove the chips from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes. This cooling step lets the cheese firm up for the best crispiness.
Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the cooled pizza chips to a plate and serve. Optionally, provide keto-friendly pizza sauce for dipping to enhance the flavor experience.

Notes

Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Space cheese mounds adequately to avoid them merging during baking.
Keep a close eye during baking to prevent burning as cheese can brown quickly.
Cooling is essential for the chips to firm up and achieve a crispy texture.
Choose a low-carb, sugar-free pizza sauce for dipping to keep the recipe keto-friendly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: keto pizza chips, low carb snack, gluten free appetizer, mozzarella cheese chips, pepperoni chips, keto snack recipe