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Cheesy Pizza Rolls
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Delicious Cheesy Pizza Rolls Recipe with Pepperoni and Sausage

These Cheesy Pizza Rolls are a fun and delicious way to enjoy pizza in bite-sized form, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 rolls
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Roll Filling
  • 1 loaf frozen pizza dough, thawed 1 pound
  • 1/2 cup pasta sauce
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pepperoni about 64 slices
  • 1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage cooked and crumbled, optional
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • minced fresh basil optional
  • crushed red pepper flakes optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch Cast-Iron Skillet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 16x10-in. rectangle. Brush with pasta sauce to within 1/2 in. of edges.
  2. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage if desired and Parmesan. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. Cut into 8 slices. Place in a greased 9-in. cast-iron skillet or greased 9-in. round baking pan, cut side down.
  3. Bake for 20 minutes; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake until golden brown, 5-10 minutes longer. If desired, serve with minced fresh basil and crushed red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 13gFat: 14gSodium: 685mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different toppings and cheeses for unique flavors. Always let the rolls rest for a few minutes after baking for the best texture.

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