Low Carb Pepperoni Cups (2024)

Low Carb Pepperoni Cups –a fun, easy-to-make 5-Ingredient party snack to help curb your cravings so you keep your resolution this year.

Pepperoni Cups

The worst part of any diet is the snacks.

Am I right?!

I can deal with light low carb breakfasts. I can deal with salad and protein for lunch. I can even deal with (and often enjoy the challenge of) lean healthy dinners.

However, when it comes to quick snacks, carrot sticks, and raw almonds get oldreallyfast.

Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Cups, AKA Mini Pizzas

If your new year’s resolution was to cut carbs this year, I’ve got a party snack that will help you stay on the straight and narrow, right on through Super Bowl!

Today’s Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Bites require only5 simple ingredientsto make and satisfy serious pizza cravings in one bite.

These Pepperoni Cups are extremely low in carbs and are also gluten-free. Plus, once the cups are baked, drain them on a paper towel to remove extra fat!

You can even make a paleo version by using almond or cashew cheese.

Pepperoni Cups Ingredients

These keto pizza bites use just a few ingredients that you might already have on hand! Here’s what you’ll need:

• 24 slices pepperoni, “sandwich style” (2+ inches wide)
• 24 small basil leaves
• 1 jar pizza sauce/Marinara/tomato sauce (small jar)
• 24 mini mozzarella cheese balls
• black olives sliced (optional)

How Do You Make Pizza Cups in the Oven?

• Start with large “sandwich style” pepperoni slices that are at least 2 inches wide. You can find them in the deli section at the grocery store.
• Snip 4 – 1/2 inch cuts to help the pepperoni fit down into mini muffin pans better. (You can skip this step and just press them down in the muffin pans, but the cups won’t be as nicely shaped and won’t drain as well.)
• Bake the pepperoni cups for 5 minutes. Cool for a few minutes in the pan so they firm up. Then move the cups to a paper towel to drain off the grease.

How Do You Make Mini Pizzas in the Oven? (cont.)

• The cups can now be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week. Or you can fill them with any filling you like and enjoy right away!
• For the Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Cups, wipe the grease out of the pan and place the cups back in. Put a small basil leaf in the bottom of each cup, followed by a little bit of pizza sauce, a mini mozzarella ball, and an olive slice.
• Bake the cups again for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese, then dive in!

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Crispy Pepperoni Cups

You might be tempted to skip the pre-baking and pepperoni cup cooling, and just add all the ingredients into the cups at the beginning.

I encourage you toresistthe temptation. Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Cups are much crispier and hold their shape better if you prebake the cups before you fill them.

However, you can drain the cups at the end to save time. It’s up to you.

Perfect for Sharing

5-Ingredient Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Crust Bites are a life-saver during diet season.

Take them to office events, co*cktail parties, and of course to your Super Bowl party. They will help you resist the chip bowl all evening long!

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Store Pizza Cups?

After the first initial bake to make the cups crispy, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to a week and make them as you need/want them.

Or you can fill them with any filling you like and enjoy right away!

How Do I Reheat Pizza Bites?

Here’s where it gets a little tricky. In order to reheat them so they are nice and crispy, I recommend reheating them in a warm oven, toaster oven or air fryer! You can also use the microwave but they won’t be as crispy.

Can I Substitute Out the Fresh Basil?

Absolutely! Use any fresh herbs you like, or just omit the basil altogether. Let me know how your customizations turn out in the comments below!

Is There A Paleo Adaptation?

Make a paleo-friendly version using almond or cashew cheese instead of the mozzarella balls.

What Other Pizza Toppings Can I Use?

You can make these as personalized as you want! These pizza dough-free mini pizzas can hold:

• Onions
• Ham
• Peppers
• Pineapple
• Spinach
• Sausage
• Mushrooms
• Cheddar Cheese
• Oregano
• Chicken
• Provolone Cheese
• Vegetables

See The Recipe Card Below For How To Make Low Carb Pepperoni Pizza Bites. Enjoy!

Other Snacks You Might Like:

• Low Carb Cauliflower Crackers
• Bacon Wrapped Avocado (Low Carb!)
• Healthy Baked Carrot Chips
• Stuffed Baby Peppers by Ditch the Carbs
• Easy Mini Pizza Bagels by The Comfort of Cooking

Check the printable recipe card below for the nutrition information including calories, carbohydrates, protein, cholesterol, sodium, fiber, and calcium percentages. Make sure to share this recipe on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest!