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Easy Make-Ahead Crispy Baked Pizza Rolls

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy baked pizza rolls that can be made ahead and frozen for busy days. These rolls feature a golden, crunchy exterior with melted cheese and savory pepperoni inside.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
  • 1½ cups (170 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup (about 20 slices) pepperoni slices
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) marinara sauce, plus extra for dipping
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12×10 inch (30×25 cm) rectangle about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Let rest 5 minutes if dough resists rolling.
  3. Spread ¼ cup (60 ml) marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½ inch (1.25 cm) border around the edges.
  4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Arrange pepperoni slices on top, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
  5. Starting from the long edge, roll the dough into a tight log. Pinch edges to seal, then slice into 12 equal pieces about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
  6. Place the pizza rolls cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart.
  7. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown and crispy on top, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
  10. To freeze: arrange unbaked rolls on a tray and freeze until firm (about 1 hour), then transfer to freezer-safe bags. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5 extra minutes to baking time.

Notes

[‘Do not overload the filling to avoid soggy rolls.’, ‘Seal dough edges tightly to prevent leaks.’, ‘Brushing with olive oil is key for a golden, crispy crust.’, ‘Use a serrated knife to slice rolls to keep shape intact.’, ‘Freeze rolls before baking to maintain shape and texture.’, ‘Add 5 extra minutes to baking time when baking from frozen.’, ‘Use an oven thermometer for accurate temperature.’, ‘Cool rolls before serving to avoid burns from hot cheese.’]

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