Description
These delicious homemade pizza rolls are a perfect bite-sized snack or appetizer, featuring a crispy golden crust filled with melted mozzarella, pepperoni, savory pasta sauce, and Italian seasoning. Easy to make with store-bought or homemade pizza dough, they bake quickly to a perfect golden brown, making them ideal for parties, game days, or family dinners.
Ingredients
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Pizza Rolls Ingredients
- 1 cup pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 10 slices pepperoni
- 1/4 cup pasta sauce (for filling and dipping)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough until it reaches approximately 1/8 inch thickness for thin, crispy rolls.
- Cut Dough Squares: Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut the rolled dough into 3-inch squares to create uniform-sized pizza rolls.
- Add Fillings: Place one tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese and two slices of pepperoni in the center of each square. Spoon a teaspoon of pasta sauce over the topping, then sprinkle with Italian seasoning for extra flavor.
- Seal Rolls: Fold each dough square into a triangle by bringing two opposite corners together. Press the edges tightly with your fingers or a fork to seal the filling inside and prevent leaks during baking.
- Bake: Arrange the sealed pizza rolls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
Notes
- You can substitute pepperoni with cooked sausage, ham, or vegetables for different variations.
- For extra crispiness, brush the tops with a little olive oil before baking.
- Serve pizza rolls hot with extra pasta sauce for dipping.
- Leftover pizza rolls can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
