Ingredients
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup almond flour
2 oz cream cheese, softened
1 large egg
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1/4 cup low-carb pizza sauce (for dipping or mixing in)
Optional: 1/4 cup extra shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a mini muffin tin.
Melt Cheeses
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt mozzarella and cream cheese together in 20–30 second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Make Dough
Add egg, almond flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix until a thick dough forms.
Add Fillings
Fold in pepperoni and optional extra cheese.
Fill Muffin Tin
Scoop mixture evenly into muffin cups (about 3/4 full).
Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and set.
Serve
Let cool slightly and serve with warm low-carb pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutritional Info (Approximate, per puff)
Net Carbs: ~1–2g
Fat: ~6–9g
Protein: ~4–6g
Calories: ~80–120 kcal
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