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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Rolls Recipe

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Delicious homemade pizza rolls made with pizza dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni. These rolls are baked until golden and brushed with garlic butter for a flavorful finish. Perfect as a snack or party appetizer served with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pizza rolls

Ingredients

For the Pizza Rolls

  • 1 recipe pizza dough (1 pound, 450g)
  • ¼ cup pizza sauce (60ml), plus more for dipping
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 ounces/170g)
  • 3 ounces pepperoni slices (about 50 slices)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons yellow cornmeal

For the Garlic Butter

  • 3 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced

Optional Topping

  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • Chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking sheet: Brush a large baking sheet with olive oil or spray it with olive oil spray to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Shape the dough: Generously flour a cutting board and place the pizza dough on it. Sprinkle a little flour on top of the dough as well. Stretch the dough into a rectangular shape about 14 inches wide by 10 inches tall, positioning it so the longer edge is closest to you.
  3. Add toppings: Spread the pizza sauce in a thin, even layer all over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border on the long side farthest from you. Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then arrange the pepperoni slices in a single, slightly overlapping layer on top.
  4. Roll the dough: Starting from the side closest to you, roll the dough tightly into a log, similar to rolling cinnamon rolls. Brush off any excess flour from the outside. Using a sharp knife with a back-and-forth motion, slice the log into 12 equal pieces about 1 inch wide, careful not to squash the rolls.
  5. Prepare for baking: Pour the yellow cornmeal onto a small plate. Dip one cut side of each roll into the cornmeal, then place that side down on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the rolls about 1 inch apart.
  6. Let rise: Cover the rolls with greased plastic wrap and let them rest for about 20 minutes until they puff up slightly.
  7. Preheat oven: While the rolls are resting, preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  8. Bake the rolls: Remove the plastic wrap and bake the rolls for approximately 15 minutes or until the tops and sides are golden brown and the cheese has melted completely.
  9. Make garlic butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and finely minced garlic until well combined.
  10. Brush and serve: As soon as the pizza rolls come out of the oven, gently brush them generously with the garlic butter all over their tops and sides. Let them cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil if desired. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Use a sharp serrated knife and gentle slicing technique to avoid squashing the rolls.
  • Letting the dough rest before baking allows the rolls to puff and become nicely airy inside.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic in the butter to taste.
  • Optional toppings like parmesan cheese and fresh basil add extra flavor and freshness.
  • These pizza rolls can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for a crispy finish.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/cheesy-pepperoni-pizza-rolls-recipe/