Description
These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Roll-Ups are a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer featuring crescent roll dough filled with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and classic Italian seasonings. Perfect for game day snacks, lunchboxes, or party appetizers, they bake to a golden, bubbly perfection and can be served with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8-count)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 24 slices pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Dough: Unroll the crescent roll dough and carefully separate it into 8 triangles. Place the triangles on the baking sheet with the wide end facing you for easier rolling.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each triangle, leaving the edges clear to allow sealing. Sprinkle an even amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce on each piece.
- Add Pepperoni: Place 3 slices of pepperoni over the cheese on each triangle, distributing them evenly to get a flavorful bite in every roll-up.
- Roll Up: Carefully roll each crescent triangle starting from the wide end toward the tip, forming tight roll-ups. Place each roll seam-side down on the baking sheet to prevent unrolling during baking.
- Season and Brush: Lightly brush the tops of the roll-ups with olive oil or melted butter. Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese over each one to add extra flavor and a golden crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese inside is melty and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the roll-ups to cool slightly before serving. Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute crescent roll dough with puff pastry or traditional pizza dough for a different texture.
- Add sliced olives, diced bell peppers, or cooked sausage to the filling for a variety of flavors.
- These roll-ups are ideal as lunchbox treats, game day snacks, or crowd-pleasing party appetizers.
