Beef Pepperoni Pizza Crackers (Printer-Friendly)

Crispy crackers loaded with beef pepperoni, pizza sauce, and melted cheese create these irresistible bite-sized snacks ready in just 20 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crackers

01 - 24 round or square sturdy crackers (such as 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)

# How-To Steps:

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 Advice:

01 -
  • They deliver all the satisfaction of pizza in one perfect bite
  • The pepperoni gets crispy and the edges get beautifully golden
02 -
  • Overloading the sauce will make the crackers soggy before they even hit the oven
  • Watch them closely after 7 minutes because cheese goes from perfect to burnt fast
03 -
  • The pepperoni cups create natural little bowls for the cheese
  • Room temperature sauce spreads easier than cold from the fridge

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