Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Pepperoni Pizza Scrolls featuring a flavorful Italian seasoned tomato sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and spicy pepperoni rolled in soft pizza dough. Perfect as a snack or party appetizer, these scrolls are baked until golden and optionally brushed with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkled with parmesan for extra flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough and Sauce
- 1 sheet refrigerated pizza dough (about 400g)
- 1/2 cup tomato pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Fillings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100g pepperoni slices
Finishing Touches (Optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for brushing)
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, combine the tomato pizza sauce with Italian seasoning to add an herby, savory flavor base for your scrolls.
- Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, ready to be topped.
- Add toppings: Spread the seasoned pizza sauce evenly over the dough rectangle, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and arrange pepperoni slices evenly on top.
- Form the log: Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log shape to encase the fillings.
- Slice scrolls: Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch thick pieces and place them on the prepared baking tray with the spiral side facing up.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, until the scrolls turn golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and melted.
- Optional finishing: Remove from oven and brush the tops with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese for added flavor and shine.
- Serve: Allow the pizza scrolls to cool slightly before serving warm to enjoy the perfect melty, savory bite.
Notes
- You can substitute pepperoni with other cured meats or vegetables for a different twist.
- For a crispier crust, increase baking time by a few minutes, keeping an eye on them to avoid burning.
- Use refrigerated pizza dough for convenience, or homemade dough for a fresher taste.
- Brush with garlic butter instead of olive oil for an extra flavor punch.
- These pizza scrolls can be frozen before baking; just thaw and bake as directed.
