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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

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These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls are a delightful snack or appetizer featuring a soft pizza dough rolled with gooey mozzarella, parmesan, and savory sliced pepperoni. Baked until golden and served with warm marinara sauce for dipping, they combine classic pizza flavors in a convenient, bite-sized roll perfect for parties or a fun meal.

Ingredients

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Pizza Rolls

  • 1 pizza dough ball (16 ounces)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1½ cups)
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 2 ounces sliced pepperoni

Dipping Sauce

  • 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375˚F (190˚C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature by the time your rolls are assembled.
  2. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a thin rectangle approximately 12 inches long and 8-9 inches wide. Brush the entire surface evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the dough to add a fragrant, savory base.
  3. Add Cheese and Pepperoni: Evenly spread the shredded mozzarella over the dough, then sprinkle parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor. Layer the pepperoni slices over the cheese to add that classic pizza taste.
  4. Roll and Slice: Starting from one long edge, tightly roll the dough into a log shape, pressing the seam together to seal it. Using a serrated knife, carefully cut the log into twelve approximately 1-inch slices.
  5. Arrange and Bake: Place each pizza roll flat on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased, leaving about 2 inches between them. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the filling is cooked through.
  6. Serve with Sauce: Warm the marinara sauce gently while the rolls bake. Serve the hot cheesy pepperoni pizza rolls alongside the marinara for dipping, making them perfect for sharing or an indulgent snack.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can brush the tops of the rolls with a little more olive oil before baking.
  • Feel free to add other toppings inside like diced bell peppers or mushrooms for variety.
  • If you don’t have pizza dough, store-bought dough or biscuit dough can be a quick substitute, though it may alter texture slightly.
  • Make sure to cut the rolls with a serrated knife to prevent squishing the dough and filling.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.

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