Homemade Pizza Rolls

ByMandy Applegate
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Simple and quick to make and bursting full of pizza flavor, if you thought store-bought was good, then homemade pizza rolls are going to blow you away! Take some pizza dough, add your favorite pizza sauce, favorite pizza toppings, and plenty of cheese, roll them up, chill them, cut them, and then let the oven work its magic. Don’t blame us if you can’t stop at one.

Homemade pizza rolls cooked and ready to eat.
Pizza Rolls. Photo Credit: Splash of Taste

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If you like vegetarian homemade pepperoni pizza, then you’ll love these delicious crispy vegetarian homemade pepperoni rolls; they are bite-sized perfection that is fun to make and eat. You can even make pizza rolls in the air fryer!

Why you’ll love this easy pizza rolls recipe

  • You can customize the pizza rolls to suit your tastes. We’ve made vegetarian pepperoni pizza rolls, but play with the flavors using your favorite pizza toppings and get the perfect roll for you.
  • Move over store-bought frozen pizza rolls, homemade ones are so much tastier, and they are very easy to make.
  • Ideal for potlucks and pizza night, and they make the perfect game day appetizers.
  • You can make them ahead, and they freeze well.
  • They are great for picky eaters, and the kids love to help make them.

Ingredients you’ll need

You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.

Ingredients needed, Italian seasoning, vegetarian pepperoni, fresh basil, pizza sauce, pizza dough, shredded mozzarella cheese, and olive oil.

Crunchy, cheesy, and oh-so-delicious, your favorite pizza in bite-sized form.

How to make homemade pizza rolls with step-by-step instructions

A complete printable recipe and the measurements in both US customary and metric are available in the recipe card below.

Divide your pizza dough in half, and on a lightly floured surface, roll out two rectangle shapes approximately 10 x 12 inches.

Using your fingers, push dents into both rectangular doughs to prevent them from bubbling.

Brush both pizza dough tops with olive oil. Now spread pizza sauce (you can use marinara sauce if you prefer) evenly on your dough and sprinkle with either Italian seasoning or pizza seasoning.

Next, add shredded mozzarella cheese and then lay the vegetarian pepperoni evenly on top, leaving ½ inch at each edge.

Rolling the pizza dough into a log.
Roll the pizza into a log shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Once chilled, cut the pizza log into 1-inch slices.

Now roll your rectangular pizzas into a tight log, place them on a baking sheet seam side down, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Preheat your oven to 400°F/200°C.

Take your pizza logs out of the refrigerator and cut each log into 12 slices about 1-inch thick; using a pizza cutter makes this easy to do.

Brushing a pizza roll with olive oil.
Brush the rolls with olive oil.

Place on another baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the sides are golden brown.

Serve immediately and garnish with extra shredded mozzarella cheese, vegetarian Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil.

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Homemade Pizza Rolls

Get ready to roll with our homemade pizza rolls that are going to blow you away! Imagine a crispy, golden crust filled with gooey cheese, flavorful sauce, and your favorite toppings, all rolled up into bite-sized perfection. These little bites of heaven are perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime you need a delicious snack. So, grab your apron and get rolling!
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Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Ingredients

  • 1 pizza dough homemade or store bought
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ⅔ cup pizza sauce homemade or store bought
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 50 slices vegetarian pepperoni
  • Basil leaves for garnish
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • Divide your pizza dough in half and on a lightly floured surface roll out two rectangle shapes approximately 10 x 12 inches. Using your fingers push dents into both rectangular doughs to prevent from bubbling.
    1 pizza dough
  • Brush both pizza dough tops with olive oil. Now spread pizza sauce evenly on your dough and sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Next add shredded mozzarella cheese and then lay the vegetarian pepperoni evenly on top, leaving ½ inch at each edge.
    2 teaspoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 50 slices vegetarian pepperoni, ⅔ cup pizza sauce
  • Now roll your rectangular pizzas into a tight log and place on a baking sheet seam side down and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Pre heat your oven to 400°F/200°C.
  • Take your pizza logs out of the refrigerator and cut each log into 12 slices about 1 inch thick. Place on another baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the sides are lightly browned. Serve immediately and garnish with an extra sprinkling of shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh basil. Buon appetito!
    Basil leaves

Notes

  • Dough:
     You can use homemade dough or store-bought refrigerated pizza dough; use whatever is easiest for you.
  • Cheese:
     We’ve used shredded mozzarella cheese, but if you haven’t got any, you could use a mozzarella cheese stick.
  • Storage:
     Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 192IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2mg
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Recipe notes and expert tips

  • Dough
    You can use homemade dough or store-bought refrigerated pizza dough; use whatever is easiest for you.
  • Cheese
    We’ve used shredded mozzarella cheese, but if you haven’t got any, you could use a mozzarella cheese stick.
  • Storage
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and freeze for up to 3 months.

How to store leftover pizza rolls

Store leftover pizza rolls in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

Freeze for up to three months.

What to serve homemade pizza rolls with

Homemade pizza rolls are a great appetizer or lunchbox snack and even better when dunked in these delicious sauces;

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A vegetarian for over 45 years, Mandy has taught herself to be creative in the kitchen, using traditional appliances and air fryers. Traveling extensively, Mandy loves learning and adapting vegetarian recipes from across the world.

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