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Cheesy Keto Pepperoni Bites

Cheesy Keto Pepperoni Bites

Cheesy Keto Pepperoni Bites are your answer to a quick, satisfying, and low-carb snack that delivers big on flavor. This recipe is incredibly useful for anyone looking for a delicious way to stay on track with their ketogenic diet without sacrificing taste or enjoyment.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Baking Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 bites
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Keto
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.125 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 5-6 ounces sliced pepperoni about 20-30 slices
  • Red pepper flakes for a little heat (optional)

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Silicone Baking Mat
  • Medium Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rubber Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, large egg, shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper.
    8 ounces cream cheese, softened, 1 large egg, 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.125 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 pinch black pepper
  3. Stir all the ingredients together until they are well combined and form a smooth, thick batter. You can use a whisk or a rubber spatula for this.
  4. Gently fold about half of the pepperoni slices into the cheese mixture. Chop some of them into smaller pieces if you prefer a more distributed pepperoni flavor throughout each bite.
    5-6 ounces sliced pepperoni
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of the cheese and pepperoni mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Leave about 1-2 inches of space between each bite to allow for spreading.
  6. Place the remaining pepperoni slices on top of each dropped bite. If you like a little heat, sprinkle a few red pepper flakes over the top at this stage.
    5-6 ounces sliced pepperoni, Red pepper flakes
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the Cheesy Keto Pepperoni Bites are puffy, golden brown around the edges, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Once baked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the bites cool on the sheet for a few minutes.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in a toaster/conventional oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes.
Can be frozen for 1-2 months and reheated from frozen in the oven.