Preheat the oven: Set to 375°F (190°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment and lightly brush with olive oil.
Mix the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Portion the cheese: Place small mounds of shredded mozzarella (about 1 tablespoon each) on the parchment, spaced at least 2 inches apart. Sprinkle a pinch of parmesan over each mound.
Add tomato flavor: Dab a pea-sized amount of tomato paste on top of each cheese mound. Spread gently with the back of a spoon.
Top it off: Add 1–2 mini pepperoni pieces to each mound.
Sprinkle the seasoning mix lightly over all the chips. Add a tiny pinch of salt if your cheese isn’t very salty.
Bake: Cook for 8–12 minutes until the edges are a deep golden brown and the centers have stopped bubbling aggressively. Darker edges mean crisper chips.
Cool to crisp: Let chips cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for another 5 minutes.
They’ll firm up as they cool.
Finish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped basil or parsley if using. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.