Description
These adorable 2-Bite Pizza Pepper Poppers are the perfect party snack or appetizer! Mini peppers are stuffed with marinara sauce, melty mozzarella, and mini pepperoni, then baked to perfection. They’re low-carb, keto-friendly, and bursting with flavor. Easy to make and even easier to devour!
Ingredients
5 mini peppers, sliced in half
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Mini pepperoni slices
Olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
Prep the Peppers:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the mini peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
Stuff the Peppers:
Drizzle the pepper halves lightly with olive oil. Fill each half with a spoonful of marinara sauce, a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella, and a few mini pepperoni slices.
Bake:
Place the stuffed peppers on a baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve & Enjoy:
Let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm and enjoy these bite-sized pizza delights!
Notes
For a spicier kick, use jalapeños instead of mini peppers.
Customize the toppings with your favorite pizza ingredients, like mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage.
These poppers can be prepped ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers (approx. 50g)
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg