Pizza Chips Pepperoni Crispy Cheesy (Print Version)

Crispy cheese chips topped with pepperoni and seasonings, baked until golden. Ideal for snacking and dipping.

# Ingredients:

→ Cheese Base

01 - 150 grams shredded mozzarella cheese (low moisture)
02 - 50 grams shredded Parmesan cheese
03 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
04 - 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Toppings

07 - 60 grams mini pepperoni slices or chopped pepperoni
08 - 2 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce (optional for drizzling)
09 - Crumbled cooked bacon (optional)
10 - Chopped black olives (optional)
11 - Diced bell peppers (optional)
12 - Sliced jalapenos (optional)
13 - Dried oregano or basil for garnish (optional)

→ For Dipping

14 - Marinara sauce
15 - Garlic butter
16 - Ranch dressing
17 - Spicy aioli

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes until the seasonings are thoroughly distributed.
03 - Spoon approximately 15 grams of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, flattening each mound slightly and spacing them at least 5 centimeters apart.
04 - Top each cheese disc with one or two mini pepperoni slices and, if desired, small amounts of optional toppings such as bell peppers or olives. Press lightly to adhere.
05 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are golden brown. Observe closely in the final minutes to avoid over-browning.
06 - Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the chips cool on the tray for 2 to 3 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack, allowing them to crisp fully.
07 - Present the chips warm or at room temperature alongside marinara, garlic butter, ranch, or spicy aioli for dipping.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure sufficient spacing between cheese mounds to allow for spreading and optimal crispness.