Ingredients You Will Need
To make these delicious pizza chips you will only need two main items that are probably already sitting in your refrigerator right now. This simplicity is what makes the recipe so accessible for everyone regardless of their cooking skills.
- 1 cup of Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (low moisture is best for a crispy result)
- 4 tablespoons of Pepperoni Slices (finely chopped or left whole depending on your preference)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of Dried Italian Seasoning (for extra flavor)
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon of Garlic Powder (for a savory kick)
Step by Step Method
Making these chips is a very fun and easy process that you can even do with your children if you want to teach them about healthy cooking. Follow these simple steps to ensure you get the perfect crunch every single time you bake them.
First you need to preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit so it is nice and hot when you are ready to start cooking. While the oven is warming up you should take a large baking sheet and line it with a piece of parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the cheese from sticking to the metal.
Next you will take your shredded mozzarella cheese and create small circular piles on the baking sheet. Each pile should be about one tablespoon of cheese and you should make sure to leave at least two inches of space between each pile because the cheese will spread out as it melts and gets bubbly.
Once you have your cheese piles ready you will place one or two pepperoni slices right on top of each pile of cheese. If you prefer smaller bits of meat you can chop the pepperoni into tiny pieces and sprinkle them over the cheese instead. This is also the time to add a tiny pinch of Italian seasoning or garlic powder if you want to boost the pizza flavor.
Carefully place the baking sheet into the center rack of your preheated oven and bake for about 8 to 10 minutes. You need to keep a very close eye on them during the last few minutes because cheese can go from perfectly golden to burnt very quickly. You are looking for the edges to turn a dark golden brown color and the middle to be bubbling and slightly firm.
When they look ready remove the tray from the oven and let them sit for at least 5 minutes on the baking sheet. This cooling period is the most important step because the chips will continue to harden and become crispy as the temperature drops. If you try to move them too soon they will be soft and floppy instead of crunchy.
After they have cooled down and firmed up you can gently peel them off the parchment paper. Place them on a plate and serve them immediately or store them in an airtight container for later. They are now ready to be enjoyed as a perfect high protein snack that satisfies all your pizza cravings.
