Keto Pepperoni Pizza Cupcakes

Okay… this one is dangerous.
Crispy golden crust, gooey melted cheese, tangy marinara, and those curled-up pepperoni cups packed with flavor. It’s everything you love about pizza—just in perfect handheld form.

 Ingredients

Makes 6 pizza cups

For the Keto Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
• 2 tbsp cream cheese
• 3/4 cup almond flour
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Pinch of salt

For the Toppings:

• 6 tbsp low-sugar marinara sauce (like Rao’s)
• 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
• 6–12 pepperoni slices
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano (optional)

 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Grease a 6-cup muffin tin generously or use silicone liners (important to prevent sticking).

2. Make the Fathead Dough

• In a bowl, microwave mozzarella and cream cheese for 45 seconds until melted.
• Stir until smooth.
• Add almond flour, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
• Mix quickly until a dough forms.
• If sticky, lightly wet your hands.

3. Form the Cups

• Divide dough into 6 equal balls.
• Press each into muffin cups, pushing up the sides to form a crust.
• Leave a small well in the center.

4. Par-Bake

Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Remove and gently press down the center if it puffed up.

5. Add Sauce & Cheese

• Spoon about 1 tbsp marinara into each cup.
• Top with shredded mozzarella.

6. Add Pepperoni & Bake Again

• Place 1–2 pepperoni slices on each.
• Sprinkle oregano (optional).
• Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

7. Cool & Remove

Let cool for 5 minutes so the cheese sets.
Run a knife around edges and carefully remove.

 Pro Tips

• No soggy bottoms: Don’t skip par-baking—it keeps the crust firm.
• Extra crispy edges: Brush crust edges with olive oil before the second bake.
• Meat lovers: Add cooked sausage or bacon under the cheese (keep it light).
• Freezer-friendly: Cool completely, freeze, then reheat at
  • Oven: 350°F for 8 minutes
  • Air fryer: 4 minutes

Result:
Savory, sturdy crust + melty cheese pulls + crispy pepperoni cups = keto pizza perfection.