Pepperoni Cheese Crisps (Print Version)

Crispy pepperoni topped with melted three-cheese blend, seasoned to perfection

# What You'll Need:

→ Cheeses

01 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
02 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
03 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Meats

04 - 40-50 slices pepperoni, approximately 4 ounces

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Red pepper flakes to taste, optional

→ Garnish

08 - Fresh parsley, chopped, optional

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, cheddar, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix thoroughly.
03 - Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder to the cheese mixture. Toss to combine. Add red pepper flakes if spiciness is desired.
04 - If pepperoni slices are large, cut them in half.
05 - Arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each slice.
06 - Sprinkle a generous amount of the cheese mixture evenly over each pepperoni slice.
07 - Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted, bubbly, lightly golden, and pepperoni is crispy.
08 - Remove from oven and let crisps cool on the baking sheet for several minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely for maximum crispness.
09 - Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They're ready faster than you can set the table, making them perfect for unexpected guests or sudden cravings.
  • One bite and you understand why people keep coming back for more, even though you thought you'd just make a small batch.
  • They work for every occasion, whether it's game day, a keto reset, or just when you need to feel like you've accomplished something in the kitchen.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling step on the wire rack, or you'll end up with chewy bottoms and wonder why they're not as crispy as you expected.
  • Arrange pepperoni with actual space between slices so they crisp instead of steam, something I discovered when my first batch turned out floppy and disappointing.
  • Room temperature storage keeps them fresher longer than you'd think, and reheating them in an air fryer or toaster oven brings back their original crispness perfectly.
03 -
  • Use full-fat cheeses and quality pepperoni because the fat content is what creates that satisfying crunch and rich flavor that makes people ask if you bought these somewhere special.
  • If you like heat, add red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture rather than sprinkling them on top, so they distribute evenly and don't create hot spots.
  • Keep your oven temperature accurate with an oven thermometer, because even 25 degrees makes the difference between perfectly crispy and slightly oily.
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