Crispy Homemade Pizza Rolls
These crispy homemade pizza rolls are an easy, quick snack with a perfectly crispy crust and gooey cheese filling, perfect for family gatherings, snacks, or lunchboxes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 rolls 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups (310g) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp or 7g) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup (240ml) warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup (240ml) marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups (170g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup (50g) mini pepperoni slices or chopped regular pepperoni
- ¼ cup (30g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Sesame seeds or grated Parmesan for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by combining warm water (110°F/43°C), sugar, and yeast in a small bowl. Stir gently and let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- While dough rises, mix marinara sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, Parmesan, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Punch down dough and roll out on a floured surface into a 12×16 inch rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Spread filling evenly over dough, leaving a ½ inch border on all sides.
- Roll dough tightly from the long edge into a log. Slice into 12 equal rolls about 1 ½ inch thick.
- Place rolls cut side up on parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced 1 inch apart. Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds or Parmesan if desired.
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
If dough feels tough while rolling, let it rest for 5 more minutes. Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks. Use thicker sauce to avoid sogginess. Preheat oven well. Egg wash gives a golden crust. For gluten-free, use 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour with xanthan gum. Vegan options include dairy-free cheese and olive oil instead of egg wash.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza roll
- Calories: 150180
- Fat: 68
- Carbohydrates: 1822
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 79
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