Description

These crispy homemade pizza rolls are quick, easy, and packed with gooey cheese and savory pepperoni, perfect for snacks or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (310g), sifted
2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (200g), whole milk preferred
1 cup chopped pepperoni slices (about 30 slices)
½ cup marinara sauce (120ml)
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (25g)
1 tsp Italian seasoning blend
½ tsp garlic powder
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Extra Italian seasoning (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water (110°F/43°C), sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
Make the dough: In a large bowl, whisk flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until rough dough forms. Knead on floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First rise: Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, cover with damp towel or plastic wrap. Let rise in warm spot for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
Prepare the filling: Mix mozzarella, chopped pepperoni, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes in a bowl.
Shape the rolls: Punch down dough, roll out on floured surface into 12×15 inch rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Spread marinara sauce evenly, leaving border. Sprinkle filling evenly on top.
Roll and cut: Roll dough tightly from longer edge into log. Pinch seam closed. Cut into 1 ½ inch thick slices.
Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat. Arrange rolls cut side up, spaced 1 inch apart. Brush tops with olive oil or melted butter, sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cool and enjoy: Let rolls cool 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If dough is tough to roll, let rest 5 more minutes. For extra crisp, broil 1-2 minutes after baking. Avoid overloading filling to prevent sogginess. Reheat leftovers in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes. Freeze shaped rolls before baking for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Snack
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pizza roll
Calories: 140
Fat: 6
Carbohydrates: 15
Fiber: 1
Protein: 7

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