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Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
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Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls feature a soft yeast dough filled with pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella, and chopped pepperoni, rolled up and baked to a golden finish. The dough is slightly sweetened and enriched with olive oil, creating a tender texture that complements the savory, cheesy filling. Cornmeal on the baking sheet adds subtle crunch to the bottom crust.

Prep Time
45 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
Servings: 24 Rolls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Dough:
  • 1 ½ cups water warm
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 3 ½ to 4 to 4 cups flour see note
Filling:
  • 2 ½ to 3 to 3 cups pizza sauce see note
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 cup pepperoni chopped
  • ¼ to ⅓ to ⅓ cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet (about 12X18-inches) with parchment paper.
  2. For the dough, in an electric stand mixer fitted with the dough hook (you can also do this by hand in a large bowl with a spoon), stir together the water, honey, olive oil, yeast, salt and 1 cup of the flour. With the mixer on low speed, continue adding the flour until the dough clears the sides of the bowl and forms a soft, smooth ball. Knead for 3-4 minutes (add a few minutes if using whole wheat flour). Let the dough rest, covered, in the bowl for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Separate the dough into two pieces. On a lightly greased countertop, press one portion of dough into a thin rectangle, about 14X10-inches.
  4. Spread 1/2 to 3/4 cup pizza sauce evenly across the top. Sprinkle evenly with half the mozzarella cheese and then half the pepperoni. Starting with on long side, roll up cinnamon-roll style, pinching the seam together to seal.
  5. Place the cornmeal in a bowl or shallow dish. Cut the dough into 1-inch sections. One by one, press the bottom of each pizza roll into the cornmeal and then place on the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
  6. Repeat with the remaining half of dough.
  7. Once all the pizza rolls are placed on the baking sheet, sprinkle evenly with Parmesan cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  8. Warm the extra pizza sauce, and serve the pizza rolls immediately out of the oven with the pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • You can use various flours including bread, all-purpose, or whole wheat for the dough, affecting texture and rise.
  • Prepare the pizza sauce ahead or use your favorite store-bought brand.
  • Using a combination of bread and whole wheat flours yields a balanced texture and flavor in the rolls.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Pizza Roll Calories 150kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 12mg (4%) Sodium 439mg (18%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 Rolls

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Pizza Roll
Calories 150kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 12mg 4%
Sodium 439mg 18%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.