Pizza Chips Recipe
Introduction
Pizza Chips are a fun and delicious snack that combines the gooey goodness of melted cheese with the savory punch of pepperoni. These bite-sized treats are perfect for parties, movie nights, or whenever you want a quick, flavorful snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 50 mini pepperoni slices
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning mix
- Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)
- Mini muffin pan
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease each cup of the mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: Add 2 to 2.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese into each muffin cup, spreading it evenly.
- Step 3: Place 3 to 4 slices of mini pepperoni on top of the cheese in each cup.
- Step 4: Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over the pepperoni for extra flavor. Feel free to use other seasoning blends you like.
- Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the chips turn golden brown.
- Step 6: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the chips to cool at room temperature for about 5 minutes before carefully taking them out.
- Step 7: Arrange the pizza chips on a serving tray and enjoy with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce. They’re delicious even without any sauce!
Tips & Variations
- Use low-moisture mozzarella to get a crispier texture that holds its shape better.
- Try adding a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Swap pepperoni for cooked sausage or diced vegetables for variety.
- Serve with different sauces like ranch or Alfredo to mix up the flavors.
Storage
Store leftover pizza chips in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes until warmed through and crispy again. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these pizza chips without a mini muffin pan?
Yes, you can use a lined baking sheet and form small cheese rounds, but the mini muffin pan helps keep them shaped and crispier.
What kind of cheese works best for pizza chips?
Low-moisture mozzarella cheese is ideal because it melts well and creates crispy, sturdy chips that hold their shape after baking.
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Pizza Chips Recipe
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 pizza chips (depending on size of muffin pan cups) 1x
Description
These Pizza Chips are a quick and delicious snack combining melted mozzarella, spicy mini pepperoni slices, and Italian seasoning baked into crispy, golden bites. Perfect for parties or a tasty treat, they can be enjoyed plain or with your favorite marinara, Alfredo, or ranch dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Cheese and Toppings
- 1 cup shredded low moisture mozzarella cheese
- 50 mini pepperoni slices
- 2 tbsp Italian seasoning mix
Optional Sauces
- Marinara sauce for dipping
- Alfredo sauce (optional)
- Ranch dressing (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and allow easy removal of the chips.
- Add Cheese: Evenly distribute about 2 to 2.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella into each cup of the muffin pan, spreading it slightly to form a base layer.
- Add Pepperoni and Seasoning: Place 3 to 4 mini pepperoni slices on top of the cheese in each muffin cup. Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly over the pepperoni for extra flavor. Feel free to add other seasoning blends if you prefer.
- Bake: Bake the tray in the preheated oven for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the edges become golden brown and crispy.
- Cool: Carefully remove the muffin pan from the oven and let the pizza chips cool for about 5 minutes at room temperature. This helps them firm up and makes removal easier.
- Serve: Gently remove the pizza chips from the muffin pan and transfer them to a serving tray. Serve them warm with optional marinara, Alfredo, or ranch sauce for dipping, or enjoy them plain to savor the cheesy and pepperoni flavors.
Notes
- Use low moisture mozzarella cheese for best melting and crispiness.
- Greasing the muffin pan well prevents the chips from sticking.
- Adjust the amount of pepperoni or seasoning to your taste preference.
- These pizza chips are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated briefly.
- For a spicier kick, add crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Pizza chips, mozzarella chips, pepperoni snack, Italian seasoning, party snacks, quick baked snacks, mini pizza bites
