Description
Pepperoni Pizza Rolls from Scratch with soft dough, melty cheese, and bold pizza flavor. A fun baked snack perfect for parties or family nights.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup warm water (105°F to 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded low moisture mozzarella cheese
- 3/4 cup chopped beef pepperoni
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking)
Instructions
- Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water. Let stand 5 minutes until foamy.
- Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour until a soft dough forms.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise 30 minutes until doubled.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll dough into a 12 by 16 inch rectangle.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over dough, leaving a 1 inch border.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, beef pepperoni, oregano, and basil evenly over sauce.
- Cut dough into 24 rectangles and roll each tightly into a spiral.
- Place rolls seam side down on baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 14 to 16 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
- Cool 3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- These rolls reheat well for later enjoyment.
- Use low moisture mozzarella for best melting.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American