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Peppy Pepperoni Pockets

Peppy Pepperoni Pockets: Quick, Crispy Keto Delight

Enjoy Peppy Pepperoni Pockets, a quick and guilt-free snack rich in flavor, perfect for keto dieters and snack enthusiasts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pockets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Keto
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pockets
  • 16 slices Pepperoni Turkey pepperoni is a leaner substitute
  • 1 cup Cream cheese Opt for low-fat to lighten it up
  • 2 tablespoons Everything but the Bagel Seasoning Homemade mixtures are acceptable
For Dipping
  • 1 cup Keto-friendly marinara sauce Stick to sugar-free varieties
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Use according to spice tolerance
  • 2 tablespoons Grated parmesan cheese Swap with nutritional yeast for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Place a generous dollop of cream cheese in the center of each slice and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.
  4. Fold each pepperoni slice over the cream cheese to create a pocket and press gently to seal.
  5. Bake the pockets in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until golden brown and bubbly.
  6. Serve warm alongside keto-friendly marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Watch the oven temperature and avoid overfilling cream cheese to prevent breaking.

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