Description

These stuffed pizza rolls are a delicious and fun appetizer, packed with gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, Italian sausage, and flavorful seasonings all wrapped in soft pizza dough. Perfect for parties or a comforting snack, they bake up golden brown with a crispy edge and a cheesy, meaty filling inside. Serve them warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping and customize with your favorite veggies or meats.

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Rolls

1 pound pizza dough
1 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
1/2 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil

Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Extra pizza sauce for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
Spread Sauce and Add Fillings: Evenly spread 1 cup of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top, followed by mini pepperoni slices, crumbled cooked Italian sausage, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder for a flavorful filling.
Roll and Slice: Starting from one long side of the dough, tightly roll the dough into a log shape and pinch the seam to seal it, preventing fillings from leaking out during baking. Slice the log into 1-inch thick rolls using a sharp knife.
Prepare for Baking: Place the rolls cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet, giving them space to expand. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil to help them brown beautifully.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese inside is bubbly and melted.
Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the rolls cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and flavor, and serve warm with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

You can customize the filling by adding vegetables like diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives for extra flavor and nutrition.
For a crispier bottom crust, bake the rolls in a lightly greased cast iron skillet instead of a baking sheet.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, and reheat in the oven to maintain the best texture and flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American