High Protein Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
Delightful, chewy pizza rolls stuffed with mozzarella and turkey pepperoni, perfect for quick snacks or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 2 cups pizza dough Use store-bought dough for quick prep, or make your own if you’re feeling adventurous!
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded Fresh mozzarella gives a gooey texture! Shredded will melt beautifully too.
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices Opt for turkey pepperoni for a protein boost and fewer calories.
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated This adds a delightful nutty flavor!
- 1 large egg, beaten The egg wash gives the rolls a golden, glossy finish that you’ll adore!
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning This brings all those delightful pizza flavors together!
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Just the right amount of garlicky goodness!
Dipping Sauce
- to taste Marinara sauce for dipping Choose homemade or store-bought, but warm it up for the best experience!
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a floured surface, roll your pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Slice the dough into rectangles about 3 x 4 inches.
- Place a generous amount of mozzarella cheese and a few pepperoni slices on one half of each rectangle.
- Sprinkle Parmesan, followed by a dash of Italian seasoning and garlic powder.
- Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and seal the edges by pinching them together.
- With a pastry brush, give the tops a lovely coat of beaten egg.
- Lay your rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm with marinara sauce.
Notes
Let the dough rest for about 30 minutes for easy handling. Avoid overfilling the rolls to prevent bursting during baking.