Description
Cheesy Keto Pepperoni Bites are a delicious and easy snack made with cheese, pepperoni, and other keto-friendly ingredients, perfect for satisfying cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for topping
- Marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded mozzarella cheese and softened cream cheese. Microwave for 30-45 seconds until it’s melty and easy to combine. Stir until smooth.
- Add the almond flour, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls about the size of a golf ball. Flatten each ball slightly and place a slice of pepperoni in the center. Wrap the dough around the pepperoni to fully enclose it and reshape into a ball.
- Place the cheese-wrapped pepperoni bites on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart. If desired, sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Allow the bites to cool for a few minutes before serving. Pair with marinara sauce for dipping. Enjoy your cheesy goodness!
Notes
- These bites are best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days.
- You can experiment with different types of cheese or add your favorite spices.
- For a spicier kick, consider adding hot pepperoni or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg