Homemade Pizza Rolls (Printer-friendly)
Soft, fluffy pizza rolls filled with gooey mozzarella, tangy sauce and pepperoni, brushed with garlic butter.
# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
02 - 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
03 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Filling
07 - 3/4 cup pizza sauce
08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices or chopped regular pepperoni (optional)
10 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
11 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
→ For Brushing
12 - 2 tablespoons melted butter
13 - 1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Combine granulated sugar and active dry yeast with warm water in a large mixing bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes until surface appears foamy.
02 - Incorporate all-purpose flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a rough dough forms.
03 - Transfer to a floured surface and knead for 6 to 8 minutes until dough is smooth and elastic.
04 - Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm area for 1 hour, or until doubled in volume.
05 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
06 - Punch down risen dough and roll into a 12 x 16-inch rectangle.
07 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with mozzarella, Parmesan, dried Italian herbs, and pepperoni if desired.
08 - Tightly roll dough from the long side into a log. Pinch seam to secure. Slice into 12 equal pieces.
09 - Place slices cut side up on prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each roll.
10 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until rolls are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
11 - Combine melted butter and minced garlic, then brush over hot rolls. Garnish with chopped parsley if preferred. Serve warm.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The cheesy middle stays perfectly gooey thanks to a trick I stumbled into—just trust the timing on baking and don’t overstuff.
- They make every movie night or impromptu hangout feel a bit more special, with zero pizza box required.
02 -
- Rushing the rise is a disaster; under-proofed dough bakes up tough and dense, so give it time.
- I once skipped parchment and lost half my cheese to the tray—never again.
03 -
- Use a bench scraper for effortless dough handling—your hands stay cleaner, and cuts are neater.
- Don’t overspread sauce; it’s tempting, but less is more for tidy, bake-safe results.