Here’s a Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites recipe that’s crispy, cheesy, and totally satisfying—perfect for snacking, parties, or a quick low-carb treat. 🍕🔥
🧀 Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites
Ingredients (Makes ~12–16 bites)
Base
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Pepperoni slices (about 1–2 per bite)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (extra for topping)
- Optional: sliced olives, mushrooms, or jalapeños
- Optional: grated Parmesan and red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a mini muffin tin with liners or grease well.
2. Make the Dough
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 ½ cups mozzarella + cream cheese together in 30-second intervals, stirring each time until smooth.
- Add almond flour, egg, baking powder, and seasonings.
- Mix until it forms a dough (use a spoon first, then hands if needed).
3. Form the Bites
- Pinch off dough pieces and press into mini muffin cups, forming a small cup shape.
4. Add Toppings
- Add a spoonful of pizza sauce into each cup.
- Add a few pepperoni slices.
- Top with extra mozzarella (and optional toppings).
5. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden.
6. Finish
- Let cool 5 minutes before removing from the tin.
- Garnish with fresh basil or red pepper flakes.
Macros (Approx. per bite)
- Net carbs: ~1–2g
- Protein: ~6–8g
- Fat: ~8–10g
Tips
✅ For extra crispiness, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
✅ Use mini pepperonis or cut regular ones in half.
✅ You can make large bites by using a regular muffin tin (bake 18–20 minutes).