Beef Pepperoni Pizza Crackers (Printable)
Crisp crackers loaded with beef pepperoni and melted cheese for a quick, savory bite-sized snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base Crackers
01 - 24 round or square sturdy crackers (Ritz, water crackers, or whole wheat)
→ Toppings
02 - 24 slices beef pepperoni
03 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, or mixed)
07 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Spread a small dollop (about 1/2 teaspoon) of pizza sauce onto each cracker.
04 - Top each cracker with a slice of beef pepperoni.
05 - Sprinkle mozzarella and optional cheddar cheese evenly over each cracker.
06 - Lightly dust with the Italian herbs.
07 - Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- They satisfy pizza cravings in two bites without the wait time for dough
- The salty pepperoni and bubbly cheese combo is somehow better than the real thing
02 -
- Too much sauce makes crackers soggy, so use a light hand
- Letting them cool for a minute sets the cheese so toppings do not slide off
03 -
- Room temperature cheese melts faster and more evenly
- A small cookie scoop helps portion the sauce perfectly every time