Pepperoni Chips
Pepperoni slices baked until crackling crisp, like a spicy meat chip. A one-ingredient, zero-carb keto snack that satisfies a craving for something crunchy.
When you want a chip, eat meat instead
The urge to crunch is one of the hardest habits to break on keto, and pepperoni chips answer it perfectly. Baked until they render their fat and curl into crisp little discs, they crackle just like a potato chip.
With virtually no carbs and a big hit of savory, spicy flavor, they are almost too easy. One package of pepperoni becomes a whole bowl of snackable chips in about ten minutes.
- Pat the slices dry so they crisp instead of steam
- Blot the rendered grease for the crunchiest result
- They crisp further as they cool, so be patient
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces sliced pepperoni (about 40 slices) (net carbs →)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (net carbs →)
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder (net carbs →)
- 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional) (net carbs →)
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing, for dipping (optional) (net carbs →)
- 2 tablespoons marinara sauce, for dipping (optional) (net carbs →)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2Pat the pepperoni slices dry with a paper towel to remove surface moisture.
- 3Arrange the slices in a single layer on the baking sheet, without overlapping.
- 4Sprinkle with the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and parmesan if using.
- 5Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges curl and the centers look crisp and slightly darkened.
- 6Transfer the chips to a paper-towel-lined plate to blot excess grease, then let them cool and crisp fully before serving with the ranch or marinara for dipping.
Nutrition (per serving)
Recipe FAQ
Do I need to flip the pepperoni?
No flipping needed. Baked on parchment in a single layer, the slices crisp evenly on both sides. Just keep an eye on them near the end so they do not scorch.
What can I dip them in?
Ranch dressing, a spoonful of marinara for a pizza vibe, or guacamole all pair well and stay low in carbs. Cream cheese with herbs is another easy match.
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