Crispy Italian Pepperoni Rolls
Crispy Italian pepperoni rolls with a golden-brown crust, gooey cheese, and bold Italian flavors—perfect for parties or casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about 12×16 inches (30×40 cm).
- Spread the pepperoni slices evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top.
- Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly like a jelly roll. Pinch the seam to seal.
- Using a knife or pizza cutter, slice the roll into 12 even pieces.
- Arrange the rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly.
- Beat one egg with a splash of water and brush it over the tops of each roll.
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt. Brush over the rolls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Let the rolls cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best experience!
Notes
[‘Don’t overfill the rolls to prevent bursting during baking.’, ‘Use cold pizza dough for easier rolling and shaping.’, ‘Brush generously with butter and egg wash for a golden crust.’, ‘Keep an eye on the rolls after the first 12 minutes to avoid over-browning.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 8
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