🧀🍕 Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Roll-Ups
Description
These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Roll-Ups are the ultimate easy snack or appetizer! Soft pizza dough is wrapped around gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, then baked until golden and brushed with garlic butter and parmesan. Perfect for dipping in marinara and guaranteed to be a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 can pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 8–10 mozzarella string cheese sticks
- 20–30 pepperoni slices
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
1. Prep Dough
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out pizza dough and cut into rectangular strips.
2. Assemble Roll-Ups
- Place a few pepperoni slices and 1 mozzarella stick on each dough strip.
- Roll tightly and pinch edges to seal.
3. Arrange
- Place roll-ups seam-side down on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
4. Add Flavor
- Mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Brush over each roll-up.
- Sprinkle parmesan cheese on top.
5. Bake
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
6. Serve
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Tips
- Seal edges well to prevent cheese from leaking.
- Use string cheese for best melt and stretch.
- Add jalapeños for a spicy kick.
- Don’t overfill—keeps rolls neat and crispy.
Nutritional Info (Approx. per serving)
- Calories: ~250–300 kcal
- Protein: ~10g
- Carbs: ~20g
- Fat: ~15g
Benefits
- ✔ Quick and easy snack
- ✔ Kid-friendly
- ✔ Perfect party food
- ✔ Customizable fillings
- ✔ Budget-friendly
Q&A
Q: Can I use different cheese?
A: Yes! Mozzarella works best, but cheddar or a mix is great too.
Q: Can I air fry instead of bake?
A: Yes! Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
Q: Can I make ahead?
A: Yes, assemble and refrigerate before baking.
Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes, freeze before baking and cook when needed.
Q: What else can I add?
A: Sausage, veggies, or extra sauce inside.
Servings
- Serves: 4–5 people
- Prep Time: 10–15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: ~25–30 minutes