Description
These stuffed pizza rolls are a delicious, bite-sized appetizer combining a crispy golden crust with melted mozzarella, savory pepperoni, Italian sausage, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for parties or a tasty snack, they’re baked to perfection and served with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Sauce
- 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce, divided
Cheeses
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Meats
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled (optional)
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup finely diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup finely diced onion
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Others
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to facilitate easy cleanup.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a large rectangle, ensuring an even thickness for uniform baking.
- Spread Sauce: Evenly spread 1/2 cup of marinara sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges so the filling stays inside once rolled.
- Add Fillings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Then layer mini pepperoni slices, cooked Italian sausage if using, diced green bell pepper, and diced onion evenly over the cheese. Season with Italian seasoning and garlic powder for balanced flavor.
- Roll the Dough: Starting from the long edge of the rectangle, tightly roll the dough into a log shape to hold all the fillings securely inside.
- Slice Rolls: Slice the dough log into 1-inch thick rolls, creating individual stuffed pizza pieces.
- Arrange and Add Toppings: Place the rolls cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each roll’s top with melted butter and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over them to enhance browning and flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the rolls turn golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
- Serve: Warm the remaining marinara sauce and serve it on the side as a dipping sauce, making each bite even more enjoyable.
Notes
- Customize the filling by adding cooked mushrooms, olives, or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and add extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
- Ensure the dough is rolled tightly to prevent the filling from spilling out during baking, keeping the rolls neat and delicious.
