Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites 🍕
Low-Carb • Cheesy • Easy Lunch • Keto-Friendly
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These Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites are cheesy, savory, and loaded with pepperoni and melted mozzarella! They deliver all the delicious flavors of pizza without the traditional high-carb crust. Perfect for a quick lunch, an easy snack, or a party appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup mini pepperoni slices, or chopped regular pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free pizza sauce, optional
- Cooking spray or a little olive oil for greasing
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
2. Prepare the cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the mozzarella for 30–45 seconds, stirring until softened and easy to mix. Heat a little longer if needed.
3. Mix the ingredients: Add the almond flour, egg, Parmesan cheese, baking powder, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until a thick dough forms.
4. Add the pepperoni: Fold the pepperoni pieces into the mixture, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
5. Fill the muffin pan: Divide the mixture among the mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Press the tops lightly to help them hold their shape.
6. Bake: Bake for 12–16 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown, puffed, and cooked through.
7. Cool slightly: Let the pizza bites rest in the pan for 3–5 minutes before removing them. This helps them firm up and makes them easier to lift out.
8. Serve: Enjoy warm, with a little sugar-free pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
Nutritional Information
Estimated per bite, assuming 20 mini bites; actual values depend on the ingredients and brands used.
| Nutrient | Approximate amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 65–80 |
| Protein | 4–5 g |
| Total carbohydrates | 1–2 g |
| Fiber | 0–0.5 g |
| Net carbs | 1–1.5 g |
| Fat | 5–6 g |
Keto tip: To keep these bites low-carb, use unsweetened almond flour and check that the pepperoni and pizza sauce contain little or no added sugar. The original claim of one net carb per bite may vary depending on the recipe and portion size.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes until warmed through.
Enjoy these delicious, cheesy pizza bites! 🍕
