Pepperoni Cream Cheese Bites

These Pepperoni Cream Cheese Bites are the ultimate keto snack — creamy, cheesy centers wrapped in crispy pepperoni cups. Ready in minutes, they’re perfect for parties or afternoon cravings.

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword Appetizer, keto, low-carb, Pepperoni

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 18

Servings bites

Calories 95kcal

Equipment

Mini Muffin Pan
Oven
Mixing bowl

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

24 slices pepperoni thinly sliced
4 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese grated
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin pan.
Press two pepperoni slices into each muffin cup to form a small cup shape. Overlap if necessary to cover the bottom and sides.
Bake for 5 minutes until the edges are crispy. Remove from oven and carefully blot excess grease with paper towels.
In a small mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until smooth.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture into each pepperoni cup. Return to the oven and bake for another 3–4 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
Cool slightly before removing from the pan. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

These bites can be customized with chopped jalapeños, crumbled bacon, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in an air fryer for 2 minutes for best results.

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