{"id":4563,"date":"2026-05-04T00:10:36","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T00:10:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=4563"},"modified":"2026-05-04T00:10:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T00:10:36","slug":"keto-pepperoni-pizza-cupcakes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/04\/keto-pepperoni-pizza-cupcakes\/","title":{"rendered":"Keto Pepperoni Pizza Cupcakes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Keto Pepperoni Pizza Cupcakes<\/h1>\n

Okay\u2026 this one is dangerous.<\/strong>
\nCrispy golden crust, gooey melted cheese, tangy marinara, and those curled-up pepperoni cups packed with flavor. It\u2019s everything you love about pizza\u2014just in perfect handheld form.<\/p>\n

\u00a0Ingredients<\/h2>\n

Makes 6 pizza cups<\/strong><\/p>\n

For the Keto Crust:<\/h3>\n
    \n
  • 1 1\/2 cups shredded mozzarella<\/li>\n
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese<\/li>\n
  • 3\/4 cup almond flour<\/li>\n
  • 1 large egg<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 tsp Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • 1\/4 tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n
  • Pinch of salt<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Toppings:<\/h3>\n
      \n
    • 6 tbsp low-sugar marinara sauce (like Rao\u2019s)<\/li>\n
    • 3\/4 cup shredded mozzarella<\/li>\n
    • 6\u201312 pepperoni slices<\/li>\n
    • 1\/2 tsp dried oregano (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \u00a0Instructions<\/h2>\n

      1. Preheat & Prep<\/h3>\n

      Preheat oven to 375\u00b0F (190\u00b0C)<\/strong>.
      \nGrease a 6-cup muffin tin generously or use silicone liners (important to prevent sticking).<\/p>\n

      2. Make the Fathead Dough<\/h3>\n
        \n
      • In a bowl, microwave mozzarella and cream cheese for 45 seconds<\/strong> until melted.<\/li>\n
      • Stir until smooth.<\/li>\n
      • Add almond flour, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.<\/li>\n
      • Mix quickly until a dough forms.<\/li>\n
      • If sticky, lightly wet your hands.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        3. Form the Cups<\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Divide dough into 6 equal balls.<\/li>\n
        • Press each into muffin cups, pushing up the sides to form a crust.<\/li>\n
        • Leave a small well in the center.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          4. Par-Bake<\/h3>\n

          Bake for 8\u201310 minutes<\/strong> until edges are lightly golden.
          \nRemove and gently press down the center if it puffed up.<\/p>\n

          5. Add Sauce & Cheese<\/h3>\n
            \n
          • Spoon about 1 tbsp marinara<\/strong> into each cup.<\/li>\n
          • Top with shredded mozzarella.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            6. Add Pepperoni & Bake Again<\/h3>\n
              \n
            • Place 1\u20132 pepperoni slices<\/strong> on each.<\/li>\n
            • Sprinkle oregano (optional).<\/li>\n
            • Bake for 10\u201312 minutes<\/strong> until cheese is bubbly and golden.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              7. Cool & Remove<\/h3>\n

              Let cool for 5 minutes<\/strong> so the cheese sets.
              \nRun a knife around edges and carefully remove.<\/p>\n

              \u00a0Pro Tips<\/h2>\n
                \n
              • No soggy bottoms:<\/strong> Don\u2019t skip par-baking\u2014it keeps the crust firm.<\/li>\n
              • Extra crispy edges:<\/strong> Brush crust edges with olive oil before the second bake.<\/li>\n
              • Meat lovers:<\/strong> Add cooked sausage or bacon under the cheese (keep it light).<\/li>\n
              • Freezer-friendly:<\/strong> Cool completely, freeze, then reheat at\n
                  \n
                • Oven: 350\u00b0F for 8 minutes<\/li>\n
                • Air fryer: 4 minutes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  Result:<\/strong>
                  \nSavory, sturdy crust + melty cheese pulls + crispy pepperoni cups = keto pizza perfection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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