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Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza Pinwheels Recipe

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Delicious and easy-to-make pizza roll-ups featuring rich marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and optional pepperoni, all rolled in a crispy golden dough and baked to perfection. Perfect as a fun appetizer or a savory snack.

Ingredients

Pizza Dough

  • 1 package refrigerated pizza dough

Fillings and Toppings

  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking your pizza rolls.
  2. Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough onto a floured surface to prevent sticking, creating an even layer for toppings.
  3. Add Sauce: Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sauce overflow while baking.
  4. Add Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, then add pepperoni slices on top if using to build flavor.
  5. Season and Top: Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the cheese and layer with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra burst of flavor.
  6. Roll and Slice: Roll up the dough tightly into a log shape, then slice it into 1-inch pieces to create individual pizza rolls.
  7. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the slices cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, allowing space between each roll for even cooking.
  8. Finish with Oil and Seasoning: Drizzle olive oil over the top of the rolls and sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese to enhance the crust’s flavor and color.
  9. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  10. Serve: Remove from oven and serve warm with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • You can omit pepperoni for a vegetarian option.
  • For extra crispiness, you can brush the edges with garlic butter before baking.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
  • These rolls can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.

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