Cheesy Beef Pepperoni Pizza Rolls (Print Layout)
Golden, cheesy roll-ups filled with seasoned beef and pepperoni - perfect for quick snacks or party bites.
# What You Need:
→ Meats
01 - 5 ounces ground beef
02 - 1.5 ounces pepperoni, about 12 slices
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ Dough
05 - 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (8 ounces)
→ Vegetables and Sauce
06 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
→ Spices and Seasonings
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Salt to taste
10 - Black pepper to taste
→ For Assembling
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley, optional for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian herbs. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat and allow to cool slightly.
03 - Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle measuring approximately 12 x 10 inches.
04 - Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 3/4 inch border around the edges.
05 - Sprinkle the cooked ground beef evenly over the sauce, layer the pepperoni slices, then top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
06 - Starting from a long side, roll up the dough tightly into a log and pinch the seam to seal. Slice the log into 8 equal pieces.
07 - Arrange the pieces cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with olive oil.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese bubbles.
09 - Allow roll ups to cool for 3 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired. Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Biting into a cheesy, crispy swirl honestly feels like a tiny victory every single time.
- It comes together in one pan with only simple steps, yet never fails to draw compliments or disappear instantly.
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- If you forget the parchment paper, those cheesy bits will cement themselves to your tray—it pays to remember.
- Fresh herbs added before baking will shrivel; always garnish after for the brightest flavor and color.
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- Brushing olive oil on the rolls not only adds shine but ensures that signature golden crust we all love.
- Lining up the pepperoni slices lengthwise helps every bite capture a bit of everything—no sad, empty edges.