Description
Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls are delicious bite-sized snacks featuring soft, chewy pizza dough wrapped around a savory filling of melted mozzarella cheese, spicy pepperoni slices, and marinara sauce. Baked to golden perfection with a crispy crust brushed with olive oil and sprinkled with Italian seasoning, these rolls are perfect for parties, quick snacks, or family dinners. Customizable and kid-friendly, they offer comforting flavors with an easy and fast preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Dough and Base
- 1 batch of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, about 12 oz)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
Filling
- ½ cup marinara sauce (plus extra for dipping)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 to 1¼ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20–25 thinly sliced pepperoni slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangular shape about ¼ inch thick, creating an even canvas for layering the filling.
- Layer the Ingredients: Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce evenly over the dough, sprinkle Italian seasoning on top, then distribute mozzarella cheese evenly. Arrange pepperoni slices in a single layer over the cheese.
- Roll and Slice: Carefully roll the dough tightly from one long side to the other, forming a log. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into 1 to 1.5-inch rolls.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush the tops with olive oil to help crisp the crust, and bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the rolls to cool a few minutes so the cheese firms slightly. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Don’t Overfill: Too much filling can cause rolls to burst during baking, so keep layers even but moderate.
- Use Fresh Dough: Fresh or homemade pizza dough yields the best texture and flavor compared to store-bought alternatives.
- Brush with Oil: Applying olive oil on top before baking helps achieve a beautifully golden crust.
- Pre-Slice Pepperoni: Thin slices melt evenly and distribute better within the roll.
- Cooling Time Matters: Allow rolls to rest for a few minutes after baking to avoid lava-hot cheese burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rolls (approx. 85g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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