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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

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These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer featuring a crispy pizza dough crust rolled with mozzarella, parmesan, and savory pepperoni. Baked until golden and served with warm marinara sauce, they’re perfect for parties or a fun family treat.

Ingredients

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For the Dough and Seasoning

  • 1 pizza dough ball (16 ounces)
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Filling

  • 6 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1½ cups)
  • 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
  • 2 ounces sliced pepperoni

For Serving

  • 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375˚F to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the pizza rolls.
  2. Prepare the 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 with garlic powder and Italian seasoning to add flavor.
  3. Add the cheeses and pepperoni: Evenly layer shredded mozzarella over the dough, followed by a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Distribute the pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheeses to create a balanced filling.
  4. Roll and cut the dough: Starting at one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape. Press the edge to seal the log so it does not unravel. Using a serrated knife, carefully slice the log into twelve 1-inch thick rolls.
  5. Arrange and bake: Place each roll cut-side down on a baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between them for even baking. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes or until the tops become golden brown and the dough is completely cooked.
  6. Serve with marinara sauce: Warm the marinara sauce separately, then serve the hot pizza rolls with the sauce for dipping to enhance the flavors.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can brush the tops of the rolls with additional olive oil before baking.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut through the rolled dough smoothly without squishing the rolls.
  • These pizza rolls can be made ahead and reheated in the oven at 350˚F for 8-10 minutes.
  • Feel free to swap pepperoni for other favorite pizza toppings like cooked sausage or veggies.
  • Ensure dough is rolled tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.

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