Pizza Rolls Recipe

Pizza dough: This is the base of your pizza rolls, providing the doughy texture and structure. You can find it in the refrigerated section of your supermarket.

Pizza sauce: Adds the classic tomato flavor to your rolls. You can use store-bought or homemade sauce.

Mozzarella cheese: This shredded cheese melts beautifully, giving your pizza rolls that gooey, cheesy goodness.

Pepperoni slices: These add a savory, slightly spicy flavor to your rolls. You can use regular or mini pepperoni slices.

When rolling out the pizza dough, ensure it is evenly spread to avoid any thin spots that might tear during the rolling process. Use a light dusting of flour on your surface and rolling pin to prevent sticking. For a more flavorful result, consider brushing the dough with a bit of olive oil before adding the pizza sauce. This will help create a golden, crispy crust. When slicing the rolled dough into pieces, use a sharp knife or dental floss to make clean cuts, which will help the pizza rolls maintain their shape during baking.

• refrigerated pizza dough - Substitute with crescent roll dough: Crescent roll dough is similarly easy to work with and will provide a slightly different, but still delicious, texture.

• refrigerated pizza dough - Substitute with homemade pizza dough: Making your own dough allows for customization and can result in a fresher taste.

• pizza sauce - Substitute with marinara sauce: Marinara sauce is often readily available and has a similar flavor profile to pizza sauce.

• pizza sauce - Substitute with pesto sauce: Pesto offers a unique flavor twist and can be a great alternative for those looking for something different.

• shredded mozzarella cheese - Substitute with shredded cheddar cheese: Cheddar cheese melts well and provides a slightly sharper flavor.

• shredded mozzarella cheese - Substitute with shredded provolone cheese: Provolone has a similar melting quality and a mild, creamy flavor.

• pepperoni slices - Substitute with turkey pepperoni: Turkey pepperoni is a lower-fat alternative that still offers the same spicy kick.

• pepperoni slices - Substitute with vegetarian pepperoni: Vegetarian pepperoni is a great option for those who do not eat meat but still want the pepperoni flavor.

• Allow the pizza rolls to cool completely before storing. This prevents condensation, which can make them soggy.

• Place the cooled pizza rolls in an airtight container. If stacking, separate layers with parchment paper to avoid sticking.

• Store the container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes to regain crispiness.

• For freezing, arrange the cooled pizza rolls on a baking sheet in a single layer. Freeze until solid, about 1-2 hours.

• Transfer the frozen pizza rolls to a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date to keep track of freshness.

• Freeze for up to 2 months. When ready to enjoy, bake directly from frozen at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and golden brown.

• If you prefer a quicker reheating method, microwave the frozen pizza rolls on a microwave-safe plate for 1-2 minutes. Note that this may result in a softer texture compared to oven reheating.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the leftover pizza rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Cover them loosely with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
  4. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until heated through. The cheese should be melty and the rolls should be crispy.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Arrange the pizza rolls in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Heat for 5-7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even heating. The pepperoni should be sizzling and the rolls should be golden.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the pizza rolls on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover them with a damp paper towel to keep them from drying out.
  3. Microwave on medium power for 1-2 minutes, checking halfway through. Be cautious as the mozzarella cheese can get very hot.

• Skillet Method:

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place the pizza rolls in the skillet and cover with a lid.
  3. Heat for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even heating. The dough should be crispy and the sauce should be warm.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the pizza rolls on the toaster oven tray.
  3. Heat for 10-12 minutes or until they are warmed through and the cheese is bubbly.

• Oven: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) to bake the pizza rolls until golden brown.

• Rolling pin: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to an even thickness.

• Floured surface: Prevents the dough from sticking while rolling it out.

• Spatula: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.

• Cheese grater: Shred the mozzarella cheese if not using pre-shredded cheese.

• Knife: Slice the rolled-up dough into 1-inch pieces.

• Baking sheet: Place the sliced pizza rolls on this for baking.

• Parchment paper: Line the baking sheet to prevent the rolls from sticking and for easy cleanup.

• Measuring cups: Measure out the pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices accurately.

Prepare ingredients in advance: Measure out and prepare all ingredients before starting. This will make the assembly process quicker and more efficient.

Use pre-shredded cheese: Save time by using pre-shredded mozzarella cheese instead of shredding it yourself.

Pre-slice pepperoni: Buy pre-sliced pepperoni to avoid the extra step of slicing it yourself.

Line baking sheet: Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.

Use a pizza cutter: Use a pizza cutter to quickly and evenly slice the rolled dough into pieces.