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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Chips Recipe

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4.9 from 51 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: Makes about 24 pizza chips 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Pizza Chips are a delightful, crispy snack combining gooey mozzarella, mini pepperoni slices, and flavorful Italian seasoning. Baked to golden perfection in a mini muffin pan, they make an irresistible appetizer or party bite, perfect for serving with marinara, ranch, or enjoyed on their own.

Ingredients

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Cheese Layer

  • 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese

Toppings

  • 50 slices mini pepperoni
  • 2 tbsp Italian seasoning mix

Optional

  • Marinara sauce for dipping

Equipment

  • Mini muffin pan

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the pizza chips.
  2. Prepare Muffin Pan: Grease the mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent the cheese from sticking during baking.
  3. Add Cheese: Spoon 2 to 2.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese into each muffin cup, spreading it evenly to form the base of the chip.
  4. Add Toppings: Place 3 to 4 mini pepperoni slices on top of the cheese in each cup, then sprinkle each with approximately 1/3 teaspoon of Italian seasoning for a burst of flavor.
  5. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese chips turn golden brown and crispy.
  6. Cool: Carefully remove the pan from the oven and allow the pizza chips to cool at room temperature for about 5 minutes to firm up.
  7. Serve: Transfer the pizza chips to a serving tray. Serve them warm with marinara sauce, Alfredo, ranch dressing, or enjoy them plain to savor the combination of pepperoni and cheesy flavor.

Notes

  • Use low-moisture mozzarella cheese for the best crispy texture.
  • Greasing the muffin pan well ensures easy removal of the chips.
  • Feel free to customize the seasoning or add other toppings like chopped olives or green peppers.
  • These chips are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Heating them briefly in the oven or microwave helps restore crispiness if stored.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: pizza chips, mozzarella chips, mini pepperoni snacks, Italian seasoning snack, baked cheese chips, easy appetizers

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