Crispy baked mozzarella forms the ultra-low-carb “crust” for these savory Keto Pizza Roll-Ups. Packed with pepperoni, herbs, and warm marinara sauce, they satisfy all your pizza cravings in under 15 minutes with virtually zero carbs!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
1 Net Carb: Naturally keto, grain-free, and gluten-free.
4-Ingredient Wonder: Quick, budget-friendly prep using basic staples.
Crispy & Cheesy: Baked cheese creates a bendable, golden crust that rolls up neatly around your favorite pizza toppings.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Large Baking Sheet: Holds the cheese rectangles without overlapping.
Parchment Paper: Non-negotiable for ensuring the baked cheese peels off cleanly.
Spatula: Helps gently lift and roll the hot cheese crusts.
Ingredients
2 cups Shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
24 slices Pepperoni
1 tsp Italian seasoning (or dried oregano/basil)
1/2 cup Low-sugar marinara sauce (for dipping)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Oven & Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Form Cheese Squares: Divide the shredded mozzarella into 6 small rectangular mounds (about 1/3 cup each) on the parchment paper. Pat them down slightly into even, flat rectangles. Sprinkle Italian seasoning lightly over each rectangle.
3. Bake Until Golden: Bake for 6 to 8 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
4. Add Pepperoni: Remove the tray from the oven. Immediately lay 4 slices of pepperoni over each warm cheese rectangle.
5. Roll Up: Let cool for about 1 minute until safe to touch. Using a spatula or your fingers, carefully lift one edge of the cheese crust and roll it tightly around the pepperoni into a log shape.
6. Serve: Serve warm alongside warm low-carb marinara sauce for dipping!
Chef’s Tips
Timing is Everything: Roll the cheese while it’s still warm and pliable! If it cools completely, it will become crisp and crack instead of rolling smoothly.
Use Low-Moisture Mozzarella: Pre-shredded or low-moisture mozzarella bakes crispier and releases less liquid than fresh mozzarella.
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Roll-Up / 6 Yield)
Servings: 6 roll-ups
Calories: ~140 kcal
Protein: 9g
Net Carbs: 1g
Fat: 11g
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes! Place small parchment paper sheets in your air fryer basket, top with cheese rectangles, and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown before rolling.