Ingredients
Here’s everything you need to make about 25–30 pizza chips:
Main Ingredients
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1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture works best)
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½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon onion powder
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¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
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Mini pepperoni slices or chopped pepperoni (about ½ cup)
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2 tablespoons pizza sauce or marinara sauce (optional for drizzling)
Optional Toppings
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Crumbled cooked bacon
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Chopped black olives
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Diced bell peppers
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Sliced jalapeños
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Dried oregano or basil for garnish
For Dipping
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Marinara sauce
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Garlic butter
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Ranch dressing
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Spicy aioli
Equipment You’ll Need
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Baking sheet
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Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
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Measuring spoons
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Small spoon or scoop
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Cooling rack
Step-byStep Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. This prevents sticking and ensures even browning.
Step 2: Prepare the Cheese Base
In a medium bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Toss until the cheese is evenly coated with the seasonings.
Step 3: Form the Chips
Scoop small mounds (about 1 tablespoon each) of the cheese mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten them slightly with the back of your spoon, leaving at least 2 inches between each to allow for spreading.
Step 4: Add Pepperoni
Place one or two mini pepperoni slices on top of each cheese mound. You can also add small bits of toppings like diced peppers or olives if desired. Press them gently into the cheese so they stick as it melts.
Step 5: Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling. Keep a close eye during the last couple of minutes — they can go from perfectly crisp to burnt quickly.
Step 6: Cool and Crisp
Once baked, remove the pizza chips from the oven. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 2–3 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack. As they cool, they’ll firm up and become crisp.
Step 7: Serve
Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite dipping sauce — marinara, garlic butter, or ranch all work beautifully.
