Keto Pizza Bites
These savory keto pizza bites are a perfect low-carb snack, featuring a cheesy base topped with classic pizza flavors. They are quick to prepare and bake, making them ideal for a last-minute treat or appetizer.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 25 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 592 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2.5 cupshredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cupalmond flour
- 1 pcsegg, large
- 1 tspdried oregano
- 0.5 tspgarlic powder
- 0.25 tspsalt
- 0.13 tspblack pepper
- 0.25 cupsugar-free marinara sauce
- 0.25 cupmini pepperoni
topping
- 2 tbspshredded parmesan cheese
Equipment
microwave · large bowl · spatula · baking sheet · parchment paper
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
About 5 min
- 2
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese and almond flour.
About 1 min
- 3
Microwave the cheese mixture for 60-90 seconds, or until the cheese is fully melted and can be stirred into a dough.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Stir halfway through to ensure even melting.
- 4
Add the egg, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the melted cheese mixture.
- 5
Mix well until a cohesive dough forms. It might be a bit sticky.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: If the dough cools too much and becomes hard to work with, briefly microwave it again for 10-15 seconds.
- 6
Using a small scoop or your hands, form 12-15 small balls from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
About 3 min
Cook’s note: Lightly wet your hands if the dough is too sticky.
- 7
Gently press down on each ball to create a small, flat disc.
About 1 min
- 8
Spoon a small amount of sugar-free marinara sauce onto the center of each disc.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Don't overload with sauce to prevent sogginess.
- 9
Top each bite with a few mini pepperoni slices and a sprinkle of shredded parmesan cheese.
About 1 min
- 10
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
- 11
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 592.3kcal
- Protein
- 36.2g
- Carbs
- 7.2g
- Fat
- 47g
- Fibre
- 1.8g
- Sugar
- 2.5g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover pizza bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through.