Introduction

A common bite-sized snack, pizza rolls are made with traditional pizza ingredients like cheese and sauce, wrapped in soft dough, and baked until brown. They can be altered with various fillings and are ideal as a quick supper or appetizer party snack. For a blog or recipe website, this recipe offers precise quantities and detailed directions.

Ingredients

For the dough

Two cups all purpose flour

One teaspoon instant yeast

One teaspoon sugar

Three quarters teaspoon salt

Three quarters cup warm water

One tablespoon olive oil

For the filling

Three quarters cup pizza sauce

One and a half cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Half cup chopped pepperoni or cooked sausage

Half teaspoon dried oregano

Half teaspoon dried basil

For brushing and topping

One tablespoon melted butter

Half teaspoon garlic powder

Two tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Preparing the Dough

In a large mixing bowl combine the flour yeast sugar and salt. Add warm water and olive oil and mix until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for eight to ten minutes until smooth and elastic.

Cover the dough with a clean cloth and let it rest in a warm place for one hour or until doubled in size.

Preparing the Filling

While the dough rises prepare the filling. In a small bowl mix the pizza sauce oregano and basil. Set aside. Measure the cheese and pepperoni so they are ready for assembly.

Assembling the Pizza Rolls

Preheat the oven to three hundred and seventy five degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle approximately one quarter inch thick. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough leaving a small border around the edges.

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce followed by pepperoni. Roll the dough tightly from one long side to form a log. Use a sharp knife to cut the log into one inch slices.

Place the pizza rolls cut side up on the prepared baking tray leaving space between each roll.

Baking Method

Brush the tops of the rolls with melted butter mixed with garlic powder. Sprinkle parmesan cheese over the rolls.

Bake for eighteen to twenty two minutes until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Cooling and Serving

Remove from the oven and let the pizza rolls cool for five minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Storage

Allow leftover pizza rolls to cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until warmed through.

Tips for Best Results

Do not overfill the rolls to prevent leaking.

Roll the dough tightly for even slices.

Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting.

Adjust fillings based on preference.

Conclusion

Made with exact quantities and easy processes, pizza rolls are a tasty and adaptable snack. This homemade version is ideal for gathering snacks or informal meals since it has soft dough, gooey cheese, and classic pizza flavor.