Description
These Beef Pepperoni Pizza Crackers are a delightful fusion of flavors, bringing the beloved taste of pizza to a convenient, bite-sized snack. Perfect for game days or cozy movie nights, they combine crispy crackers, savory beef pepperoni, and gooey cheese for a satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 48 Ritz crackers
- 1 lb grated mozzarella cheese
- 6 oz sliced beef pepperoni
- 1 cup marinara sauce (plus more for dipping)
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- sliced black olives (optional)
- fresh basil (optional)
- spinach (optional)
- shredded zucchini (optional)
- caesar salad (for serving)
- vegetable soup (for serving)
- garlic knots (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter and ranch seasoning. Whisk until well blended.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the Ritz crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a spoon, drizzle the ranch butter mixture over each cracker.
- Next, sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese generously over the crackers.
- Layer the sliced beef pepperoni on top of the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes.
- Once baked, remove the sheet from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cracker
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Consider using gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option. You can also experiment with different toppings like diced bell peppers or olives for extra flavor.