Cheesy with Pepperoni Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 oz softened cream cheese
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7 oz slices of pepperoni
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1/4 tsp optional red pepper flakes
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1 tsp seasoning mix (Italian blend)
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1/4 cup chopped parsley for topping
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Marinara for dipping
# Instructions:
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Turn on your oven and set it to 400°F (200°C).
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In a bowl, stir together cream cheese, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, your Italian seasoning, and—if you'd like it spicy—the red pepper flakes. Combine everything until it’s smooth.
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Scoop about a teaspoon of the cheese filling onto one slice of pepperoni, then cover it with a second piece to seal it into a small sandwich.
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Put all your assembled bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment, spacing them apart so they don’t touch.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the pepperoni crisps up nicely.
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Cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle parsley on top and serve them warm with marinara for dipping.
# Notes:
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Packed with protein and low in carbs, these snacks are great for low-carb or keto lifestyles.
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Mix up the flavors by adding finely chopped jalapeños or olives into the filling.