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Crispy Homemade Pizza Rolls

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These crispy homemade pizza rolls are quick, easy, and better than frozen snacks, featuring a crunchy exterior and a melty, flavorful filling perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) pizza dough, rolled thin
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups (100-150g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 20–25 pepperoni slices (about 1/3 cup or 30g), or substitute with cooked sausage or vegetables for vegetarian version
  • ½ cup (120ml) marinara sauce, thick and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons (15g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 large egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
  • Olive oil or cooking spray for greasing the baking sheet

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat and lightly grease with olive oil or cooking spray.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12 x 10 inch (30 x 25 cm) rectangle about ⅛ inch (3 mm) thick. Let rest if dough springs back.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, pepperoni slices, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and marinara sauce. Stir gently to coat evenly; mixture should be thick.
  4. Spread the filling evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch (1.3 cm) border around edges.
  5. Roll up the dough tightly from the longer side into a log. Slice into 12 equal pieces about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
  6. Place rolls cut side down on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  7. Brush each roll with the egg wash for a shiny, golden crust.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until crust is deep golden brown and cheese is bubbling. Tent with foil if tops brown too quickly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crunch, broil rolls for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch carefully to avoid burning. If dough is sticky, sprinkle lightly with flour but avoid over-flouring to keep rolls tender. Leftovers reheat best in toaster oven or regular oven to maintain crispiness. Gluten-free option: use gluten-free dough or cauliflower crust and adjust baking time as needed.

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