Description
These Pepperoni Rolls are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack featuring soft pizza dough rolled with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. Baked until golden brown and brushed with a seasoned butter glaze, they are perfect served warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Seasoning
- 13.8 ounce can pizza dough
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Filling
- 8 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 1/2 cups (170g) shredded mozzarella cheese
Topping
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Serving
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pepperoni rolls.
- Roll out the dough: On a piece of parchment paper, roll the pizza dough into a roughly 10×15 inch rectangle for even layering and rolling.
- Prepare butter mixture: Combine the Italian seasoning and garlic powder with half of the melted butter in a small bowl. Brush this mixture evenly over the rolled out dough, reserving the other half for later.
- Add filling: Layer the pepperoni slices evenly over the dough, allowing slight overlap as needed. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the pepperoni.
- Roll the dough: Starting at one long edge, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape, ensuring the seam is on the bottom to keep it sealed. Transfer the rolled log along with the parchment paper onto a baking sheet.
- Apply egg wash: Whisk the large egg in a small bowl and brush it generously over the top and sides of the dough log. This will create a golden, glossy crust.
- Bake the rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the dough starts to set and lightly brown.
- Brush with remaining butter: Reheat the reserved seasoned butter if needed, then brush it over the rolls. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the rolls are golden brown and heated through.
- Add parmesan and rest: Remove from the oven and sprinkle the grated parmesan cheese over the top. Let the rolls cool for about 10 minutes to set before slicing.
- Slice and serve: Cut the roll into 1 inch thick slices and serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Make sure to seal the dough seam side down to prevent the rolls from unrolling while baking.
- To keep the butter melted for brushing, warm it briefly before applying during the second brush.
- These rolls can be served as an appetizer, snack, or party food.
- You can substitute pepperoni with other cured meats or add vegetables like chopped bell peppers for variation.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave but are best eaten fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1 inch thick)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
