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Crispy Homemade Pizza Rolls

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These crispy homemade pizza rolls are a quick and easy snack that combines a crunchy crust with gooey cheese and flavorful sauce, perfect for last-minute cravings or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package (about 8.8 oz / 250g) refrigerated pizza dough
  • All-purpose flour, for dusting
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (whole milk mozzarella preferred)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices or diced pepperoni (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Fresh basil leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
  • Coarse sea salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and chopped basil if using. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Roll the pizza dough into a roughly 12×10-inch rectangle about 1/8-inch thick.
  4. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving about a 1-inch border on all sides free of filling.
  5. Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log, pressing gently to keep the filling snug inside.
  6. Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the log into 1-inch pieces.
  7. Place the rolls seam side down on the parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving about an inch between each.
  8. Brush the rolls with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with coarse sea salt if desired.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden and crisp.
  10. Let the pizza rolls cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overload the filling to prevent soggy dough. Seal edges well by pressing firmly or crimping with a fork. Use room temperature ingredients for better melting. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes watching closely. Avoid microwaving leftovers to maintain crispness.

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