If you’re craving pizza but want to stay on track with your keto or low-carb goals, these Supreme Pizza Puffs are the perfect solution! Loaded with Italian sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, olives, and gooey mozzarella cheese, these bite-sized pizza puffs are a fantastic alternative to traditional pizza.

At just 1 net carb per puff, they’re great for a quick dinner, meal prep, or as a fun appetizer for game nights and parties. Serve them with a side of warm low-carb marinara sauce, and you won’t even miss traditional pizza crust!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Super Low Carb: Only 1.1g net carbs per puff!
✔ Keto-Friendly: Made with coconut flour or almond flour for a grain-free alternative.
✔ Quick & Easy: Ready in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion: Enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or main dish.
✔ Freezer-Friendly: Make a batch ahead of time for easy meal prep.

Prep & Cook Time

  • Yield: 36 pizza puffs
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Pizza Puffs:

  • 1 pound Italian sausage, cooked and drained
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/3 cup coconut flour (or substitute with 1 cup almond flour—see notes below)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ cup green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons black olives, chopped (patted dry to remove excess moisture)
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For the Topping:

  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

For Dipping (Optional):

  • Low-carb marinara sauce (such as Rao’s Homemade Marinara)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
  3. In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up into small crumbles. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Drain any excess grease and transfer the sausage to a large mixing bowl.
  5. While the sausage is still warm, mix in the softened cream cheese until well combined.

💡 Tip: Mixing the cream cheese while the sausage is warm helps it blend smoothly without lumps.

Step 2: Make the Pizza Puff Dough

  1. To the sausage and cream cheese mixture, add the coconut flour, baking powder, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, bell pepper, red onion, and black olives.
  2. Pour in the beaten eggs and shredded mozzarella cheese.
  3. Mix everything together until well combined.
  4. Let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes—this allows the coconut flour to absorb moisture, preventing the dough from being too wet.

💡 Tip: If using almond flour instead of coconut flour, you can skip the chilling step since almond flour doesn’t absorb moisture as quickly.

Step 3: Shape & Bake the Pizza Puffs

  1. Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, scoop out small portions of the dough and drop them onto the prepared baking sheet.
  2. Make sure to leave a little space between each puff, as they will expand slightly while baking.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pizza puffs are golden brown and set.

Step 4: Add the Buttery Topping

  1. In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the Italian seasoning.
  2. Once the pizza puffs are done baking, brush the tops with the melted butter mixture for extra flavor.
  3. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy!

  • Serve your Supreme Pizza Puffs warm with a side of low-carb marinara sauce for dipping.
  • Enjoy them as a snack, appetizer, or even a full meal with a simple side salad.

💡 Tip: These pizza puffs taste great on their own, but dipping them in marinara sauce really brings out the classic pizza flavors!

Substitutions & Variations

✅ Coconut Flour vs. Almond Flour:

  • Coconut flour gives these pizza puffs a light and fluffy texture.
  • If using almond flour, replace 1/3 cup coconut flour with 1 cup almond flour.
  • Almond flour will make the puffs denser but still delicious!

✅ Meat Substitutions:

  • Swap Italian sausage for ground turkey, beef, or chicken.
  • Use chopped pepperoni or bacon instead of sausage.

✅ Dairy-Free Option:

  • Replace the cream cheese with dairy-free cream cheese.
  • Use dairy-free shredded cheese (like Violife or Daiya).

✅ Make it Spicy:

  • Add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños for a little heat!

Storage & Reheating Tips

🧊 Storage:

  • Store leftover pizza puffs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • To freeze, place the cooled pizza puffs in a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for up to 3 months.

🔥 Reheating:

  • Oven: Reheat at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
  • Air Fryer: Heat at 350°F for 3-5 minutes.
  • Microwave: Warm in 30-second intervals until heated through.

💡 Tip: If reheating from frozen, bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes until warm.

Nutritional Information (Per Pizza Puff)

  • Calories: 91
  • Total Fat: 7.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.2g
  • Cholesterol: 33mg
  • Sodium: 182mg
  • Carbohydrates: 1.5g
  • Fiber: 0.4g
  • Net Carbs: 1.1g
  • Protein: 4.1g

💡 Note: Nutrition values may vary depending on ingredient brands and portion sizes.

Final Thoughts

These Keto Supreme Pizza Puffs are the perfect way to enjoy all the flavors of pizza without the carbs! Whether you’re making them for a quick snack, game day appetizer, or even meal prep, these cheesy, bite-sized treats are guaranteed to be a hit.

Plus, they’re kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings.

Would you like more keto-friendly pizza recipes? Let me know, and I’d be happy to share! 😊🍕🔥g