Description
These Keto Pepperoni Pizza Bites are a delicious low-carb snack that combines a cheesy almond flour crust with savory pepperoni and a sugar-free marinara dip. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, they are a great keto-friendly option for quick appetizers or party treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups almond flour
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Toppings & Garnish
- 25-30 slices pepperoni
- ½ cup sugar-free marinara sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the pizza bites.
- Melt Cheeses: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave for 1 minute until melted, stirring well to create a smooth cheese mixture.
- Make Dough: Add almond flour, egg, garlic powder, dried oregano, and baking powder to the melted cheese mixture. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive dough forms.
- Form Dough Balls: Divide the dough into 25-30 small portions about the size of a walnut. Roll each portion into a smooth ball.
- Flatten and Add Pepperoni: Flatten each dough ball between your palms and gently press the center to create an indentation. Place one slice of pepperoni on top of each flattened dough piece.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the pepperoni-topped dough pieces evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and fully cooked.
- Warm Marinara: While the bites bake, warm the sugar-free marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until heated through.
- Serve: Remove the pizza bites from the oven. Drizzle with the warm marinara sauce and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the recipe keto-friendly.
- The dough can be sticky; wetting your hands slightly can make forming balls easier.
- Feel free to add other herbs or spices such as red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated.
- To keep the crust gluten free and low carb, almond flour is the best alternative to traditional flour.
