High-Protein Keto Pepperoni Cheese Roll-Ups
Low-carb tortillas rolled with pepperoni and cheese, crisped in the air fryer — ready in 20 minutes
These high-protein keto pepperoni cheese roll-ups use a low-carb tortilla, a thin swipe of sauce, pepperoni, and a cheese stick, then crisp in the air fryer until the outside is spotted, like the basket in the photo. Two roll-ups have 14 g of protein and 5 g net carbs.
Low carb, sugar-free, and no regular flour tortilla.
Why you’ll love these roll-ups
- 14g protein per 2 roll-ups
- 5g net carbs
- Pepperoni and melted cheese in the cut
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Air fryer
- Low-carb tortillas
Health notes
- Protein: Cheese sticks and pepperoni.
- Low carb: Only if the tortilla is low carb. A regular wrap blows past 5g.
- Sugar-free: Use a no-sugar pizza sauce.
- Keto-friendly: Two roll-ups stay around 5g net carbs with the right wrap.
Key element — seam down in the basket
A loose seam opens in the air fryer and the cheese spills. Set each roll seam-side down so it seals as it crisps.
Ingredients
Roll-ups (8, serves 4)
- 8 low-carb tortillas (about 3–4g net carbs each, or lower)
- ¼ cup sugar-free pizza sauce
- 32 slices pepperoni
- 8 mozzarella cheese sticks, or 8 oz mozzarella in sticks
- Olive oil spray
Swaps
- No air fryer: Bake at 400°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Turkey pepperoni: Same count. Protein stays close.
- Extra protein: Add 1 oz shredded chicken per roll. Count it extra.
- Regular tortillas: They look like the photo but push net carbs well over 5g for two.
Instructions
| 1 | Fill. Spread ½ tsp sauce on each tortilla. Lay 4 pepperoni slices down the center. Set a cheese stick on top. |
| 2 | Roll. Fold the sides in, then roll tight. The seam should be closed. A dab of sauce can hold it. |
| 3 | Air fry. Spray the basket and the rolls. Cook seam-side down at 380°F (193°C) for 6–8 minutes, turning once, until spotted like the photo. |
| 4 | Serve. Rest 2 minutes so the cheese sets, then cut. Two roll-ups is one serving. Dip in the rest of the sauce if you want. |
Pro tips
- Check the tortilla label. The 5g number only holds with a low-carb wrap.
- Do not pile sauce. A thin swipe keeps the roll from going soggy.
- Do not crowd the basket. Two batches is better than one stacked pile.
- Cheese sticks melt cleaner than loose shreds.
- Macros are per 2 roll-ups, 4 servings from 8 rolls.
Nutrition
| Nutrient | Per 2 roll-ups |
|---|---|
| Calories | 220 |
| Protein | 14g |
| Net carbohydrates | 5g |
| Total carbohydrates | 9g |
| Fiber | 4g |
| Total fat | 14g |
| Sodium | 620mg |
Estimates based on low-carb tortillas, pepperoni, mozzarella sticks, and a thin sugar-free sauce, per 2 roll-ups. Regular flour tortillas are not included and will raise net carbs.
Variations
Supreme
Add a few sliced mushrooms before rolling. Carbs rise a little.
Spicy
Use hot pepperoni and a pinch of chili flakes.
Ham
Swap pepperoni for thin ham.
Oven
400°F for 10–12 minutes on a lined sheet, turning once.
Storage
| Method | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerator | Up to 3 days | Cool before you cover them |
| Freezer | Up to 1 month | Freeze uncooked rolls, air fry from frozen 10 minutes |
| Reheat | 3–4 min | Air fryer brings the crisp back |
FAQ
Test your knowledge
5 quick questions about these pepperoni roll-ups
1. Protein per 2 roll-ups?
2. Net carbs per 2 roll-ups?
3. What tortilla keeps the card number?
4. About how long does this take?
5. How do they go in the basket?
