Description
Pepperoni pizza rolls bring classic Italian-American comfort straight to your kitchen table. Crispy, cheesy bites pack savory flavors you’ll crave, perfect for game day snacking or quick family meals that satisfy hungry crowds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
Cheese and Sauce:
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Arrange flour tortillas flat on a clean work surface, ensuring enough space for smooth rolling.
- Spread a thin, even layer of marinara sauce across each tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent leaking.
- Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly over the sauce, creating a consistent base for the toppings.
- Arrange pepperoni slices strategically across the cheese, then dust with dried oregano and garlic powder for enhanced flavor complexity.
- Carefully roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to another, tucking in sides to secure the filling and create a compact cylinder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium temperature, carefully placing rolls seam-side down to achieve a golden-brown exterior.
- Cook rolls for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a crispy, light brown crust.
- Transfer browned rolls to the prepared baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven.
- Bake for 10 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges become crisp and slightly puffy.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice into bite-sized rounds.
- Serve immediately with additional marinara sauce for dipping, ensuring a warm and satisfying appetizer.
Notes
- Create cleaner rolls by using room temperature tortillas, which prevent cracking during rolling.
- Substitute whole wheat tortillas for a healthier alternative with added fiber and nutrients.
- Consider using turkey pepperoni for a leaner protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like provolone or parmesan to enhance flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17-18 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg