Description
Crispy pizza chips bring classic Italian flavors into an irresistible snack that elevates game day or movie night. Crunchy, cheesy, and packed with nostalgic pizza goodness, you’ll want to make this addictive treat on repeat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Cheese Ingredients:
- 2 cups (475 ml) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (120 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Topping and Dipping Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mini pepperoni slices or chopped pepperoni
- ¼ cup (60 ml) pizza sauce or marinara (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
- Arrange the oven rack in the middle position and heat to 375°F (190°C), then cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat for optimal non-stick preparation.
- Create a flavor-packed cheese base by thoroughly blending mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Using a spoon, carefully deposit generous cheese mixture dollops onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring approximately 2 inches of separation between each cheese circle. Gently flatten each mound to create uniform discs.
- Strategically place mini pepperoni slices or finely chopped pepperoni atop each cheese circle, distributing the meat evenly for consistent flavor coverage.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, watching carefully until cheese edges transform into a crispy, golden-brown perimeter.
- Once removed from the oven, allow pizza chips to rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, during which they will naturally firm and crisp further.
- Present the chips warm alongside pizza sauce or marinara for an optional yet delectable dipping experience, enhancing the overall snacking enjoyment.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheese blends like cheddar or provolone for unique flavor profiles.
- Use parchment paper or a non-stick silicone mat to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
- Monitor baking closely as cheese can quickly burn due to high fat content.
- Customize toppings with vegetarian options like sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms for diverse dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg